Sous Chef - Cheltenham

Compass Group; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a passionate Sous Chef for a workplace kitchen in the UK. You'll support the Chef Manager, create exceptional dining experiences, and foster a positive kitchen culture. The ideal candidate has experience in quality kitchens and a strong passion for food safety and consistent quality. This role offers opportunities to develop skills while working in a vibrant environment.

Benefits

Exciting culinary pathways

Real-time mentoring

Opportunity to earn qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in quality-focused kitchens as a Chef de Partie or Sous.
• Knowledge of portioning, food cost and waste control.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef Manager in delivering flavorful and visually appealing food.
• Assist with ordering, stock control, and kitchen organization.
• Maintain best-in-class food hygiene and safety.

Skills

Creative culinary skills

Strong organizational skills

Passion for food safety

Ability to mentor junior chefs

Job description

Overview

Sous Chef - Weekdays only! Location: Cambridge • Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 6:30 to 15:00 • Salary: Up to £16.30 per hour

Are you ready to bring your culinary talent to the next level in a vibrant kitchen where creativity, collaboration, and excellence are always on the menu?

We're looking for a passionate Sous Chef who lives and breathes food — someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, supports their Chef Manager with confidence, and brings both skill and flair to every service. This role is perfect for a driven chef ready to help shape exceptional dining experiences while leading by example.

From fuelling early risers with crafted breakfasts to supporting with hospitality and events, your role will be as varied as the menus you help create. You\'ll support a talented brigade of chefs, help refine menus, and bring flavour, precision, and energy to every plate.

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Chef Manager in delivering food that\'s full of flavour, consistency, and visual appeal across varied service formats, from wholesome grab and go to elegant plated dishes.
• Stay curious - help shape menus that celebrate quality ingredients and smart nutritional choices.
• Help foster a positive, high-performing kitchen culture where culinary standards are championed every day.
• Assist with ordering, stock control, and kitchen organisation to ensure smooth, efficient operations.
• Maintain best-in-class food hygiene and safety, with presentation that always feels considered.
• Support training, mentoring, and the development of junior chefs within the brigade.

What you\'ll bring to the table

• A confident Chef de Partie or Sous with experience in quality-focused kitchens.
• A love for food that\'s both nourishing and exciting, think modern techniques, bold flavours, and balanced plates.
• Strong organisational skills - you know your way around a rota, prep list, and stockroom.
• Passion for developing others, you lead by example and raise the bar
• A sharp eye for food safety, consistency, and detail.
• Knowledge of portioning, food cost and waste control, flavour should be smart as well as satisfying.

Hungry for more?

We also offer exciting culinary pathways for team members who want to level up. With real-time mentoring, hands-on experience, and the chance to earn recognised qualifications, it\'s a delicious way to grow your skills while doing what you love.

Job Reference: com/0809/85854001/52761413/SU #Eurest

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!