Sous Chef Design Museum

Compass Group; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic kitchen team as a Sous Chef, where your passion for cooking with fresh ingredients will shine. In this leadership role, you'll work closely with the Head Chef to ensure exceptional food quality and presentation. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to menu development and mentor junior chefs in a supportive and creative environment. Enjoy a work-life balance while being part of a company that values your ideas and growth. If you are ready to take the next step in your culinary career, this role offers the perfect platform for your talents.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Digital GP access

Exclusive travel discounts

Food shop discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards for spending

Free wellness and mindfulness classes

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous ready to step up.
• Ability to manage a team and run a busy service.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Lead the team during service, ensuring high standards.

Skills

Team Management

Cooking with Fresh Ingredients

Stock Control

Food Safety Standards

Mentoring Junior Chefs

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

Sous Chef - Design Museum - £18.20 per hour
Location: Near Kensington, London
Shifts: 5 days out of 7

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our kitchen team at a venue near Kensington. This is a great opportunity for a skilled chef to step into a leadership role, working closely with the Head Chef in a fast-paced and creative kitchen.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
• Lead the team during service, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation
• Contribute to menu development, bringing fresh and seasonal ideas
• Maintain high food safety and hygiene standards
• Assist in training and mentoring junior chefs

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef, or strong Junior Sous ready to step up
• Ability to manage a team and run a busy service
• Passion for cooking with fresh ingredients
• Strong knowledge of stock control and ordering
• A positive team player with a genuine love for hospitality

What we offer:

• £18.20 per hour
• 5 days out of 7
• Work-life balance in a supportive environment
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and grow with the business

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:

• 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

About Us:

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplaces as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

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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!