Sous Chef - Berkhamsted

Chartwells; Dacorum; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to oversee food production, stock control, and kitchen hygiene standards. The ideal candidate will be innovative, organized, and capable of motivating their team. This role offers a great work-life balance and opportunities for career development. Responsibilities include cooking and presenting high-quality meals and adopting a hands-on approach in a vibrant environment. Join us to contribute to a culture that values diversity and excellence.

Benefits

Free meals on duty

Onsite free car parking

Subsidised gym membership

Contributory pension scheme

Digital GP access

Exclusive travel discounts

Discounts on grocery shopping

Cash rewards for spending

Free wellness and mindfulness classes

Qualifications

• Hands-on food production covering pupil and staff feeding.
• Experience with cooking, planning, and presentation of food.
• Ability to monitor and uphold food hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, cook, and present food to required standards.
• Ensure stock control and waste management.
• Work closely with the leadership team on-site.

Skills

Food Innovation and development

Knowledge of health & nutritional guidelines

Strong written and spoken English

Team motivation and development

Excellent communication skills

Creativity

Job description

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Free meals on duty
• Onsite free car parking
• Subsidised gym membership
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
• Working 5 out of 7 days

Please note: This role is contracted to 42 weeks per year

What you’ll be doing

As a Sous Chef you will be responsible for planning, preparation, cooking and presentation of food to the standard required by the Company and the Client. You will also be responsible for all stock control, waste control and ensuring that all hygiene and H&S requirements are met to the highest standards. You will work closely with our leadership team on site.

If you are passionate about using top quality fresh ingredients, and looking for a role which can offer both work life balance and career development - Apply now!

More about the role

• Adopt a hands-on approach taking responsibility for the food production covering pupil and staff feeding along with an extensive range of hospitality and events
• Food Innovation and development is essential along with being up to date with current food trends
• Knowledge on health & nutritional guidelines is essential
• Strong written and spoken English along with computer skills are essential
• Ability to motivate and develop your team
• Great team player

Who you are

• Innovative and creative individual
• Enthusiastic, motivational, someone who strives for excellence
• Organised, able to make robust judgements and prioritise
• Gain and hold the respect of others
• Flexible approach with a “can do” attitude
• A good track record of driving world class performance
• Strong commercial experience
• Ability to monitor and challenge the use of processes
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Passionate about food

Please note: This role is contracted to 42 weeks per year

About Us

As part of Compass you’ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK’s biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/2811/98820001/52778152/SU #Independent

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!