Sous Chef

Compass Group; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food service industry is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to deliver exceptional culinary experiences for an Academy team. The role includes planning and creating nutritious menus, maintaining kitchen standards, and supporting junior chefs. This position offers opportunities for professional development in a vibrant working environment with a commitment to diversity and inclusivity.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits including dental and optical treatments

Annual healthcare check

Perks at Work benefits, including discounts

Meals on duty

Ongoing training and career development

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational skills for yourself and team members.
• Experience in professional sport is desirable but not essential.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan innovative, performance-focused weekly menus for the Academy.
• Deputise in the Lead Chef's absence.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Attention to Detail

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 or higher

Tools

Microsoft 365 (Excel & Word)

Job description

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Sous Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Levy on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving food that brightens our clients' and customers' days, within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll have opportunities to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.

Role Summary:

Assist in delivering catering support services to provide competitive advantages to the Academy teams at Wolverhampton Wanderers Football Club. Collaborate with the Training Ground Head Chef, Academy Lead Chef, and nutritionist for all food production across the Academy & staff.

Help develop performance menus alongside the Lead Chef and nutritionist.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Work with the nutritionist and Lead Chef to plan innovative, performance-focused weekly menus for the Academy.
2. Deputise in the Lead Chef's absence in the Academy and training ground when required.
3. Assist in creating performance recipes to meet sport nutrition requirements, providing full recipes to the Head of Nutrition to ensure high quality and proper portion control.
4. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety throughout all kitchen areas, completing mandatory food safety records.
5. Support junior chefs in developing culinary skills, nutritional knowledge, and independence.
6. Coordinate with the Lead Chef to schedule work and ensure food production aligns with nutritional requirements and daily operations.
7. Work with the Lead Chef to minimise food and supply waste.
8. Lead cooking lessons for senior academy players on a rotation basis.
9. Assist in conducting food safety risk assessments and reviewing food safety management systems.
10. Maintain and rotate stock levels to uphold standards.
11. Check delivery notes against requisitions daily, report discrepancies, and follow procurement procedures.
12. Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, to support the facility's needs.
13. Travel to away fixtures and collaborate with hotel chefs to ensure food quality and presentation.
14. Be available to work on bank holidays, including Christmas Day and New Year if required.
15. Lead and support the culinary team in the absence of the Lead Chef.
16. Maintain a proactive and forward-thinking approach to work efficiency.

Person Specification: Skills, Abilities, and Experience

Essential:

• Excellent organisational skills for yourself and team members.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel & Word).
• Food Hygiene Level 2 or higher.
• Forward-thinking skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify and solve problems independently, knowing when to escalate.
• Strong personnel management skills and ability to build trust.
• Effective communication at all levels, maintaining discretion.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change.
• Ability to prioritise conflicting demands.
• Willingness to work necessary hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Continuous professional development and a desire to learn.
• Experience in professional sport (desirable but not essential).
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (desirable but not essential).
• Experience working with hotel chefs for away fixtures (desirable but not essential).

What we offer in return:

• Healthcare benefits including dental, optical, and therapy treatments.
• Annual healthcare check.
• Perks at Work benefits, entertainment discounts, health & wellbeing discounts, travel discounts, shopping discounts, and more.
• Meals on duty, Vodafone discounts, pension scheme, life assurance, employee assistance, extra leave for maternity, and other family benefits.
• Ongoing training, career development, and support for professional subscriptions.

Join us to help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections across our venues. Grow your career with the industry leader, enjoy competitive pay, great perks, and unrivalled learning opportunities.

Job Reference: com/2805/98179001/52741252/SU #Levy UK

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities to advance. We celebrate diversity and aim to build a culture of respect and empowerment.