Sous Chef. Job in Cambridge Education & Training Jobs

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious college in Cambridge as a Sous Chef, where you'll support a skilled kitchen team in high-end dining and daily catering operations. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary and numerous employee benefits, including paid overtime and health support.

Benefits

Paid overtime opportunities

Annual bonus paid every November

Defined contribution pension scheme

Medicash membership

Free meals while on duty

Free on-site parking

Excellent job security

Friendly professional team

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or as a Junior Sous Chef ready to step up.
• Experience in banqueting, fine dining, or high-end contract catering is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef with kitchen operations.
• Oversee food preparation for up to 500 diners.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team for quality service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety

Attention to Detail

Job description

Sous Chef - Prestigious College
Location: Cambridge
Salary: 36,500+ per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (rotating early and late shifts, alternate weekends)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (52 weeks per year)

Platinum Recruitment is proud to be working with one of Cambridge's most prestigious colleges to recruit a skilled and experienced Sous Chef. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-resourced kitchen, supporting both day-to-day catering and high-end college events.

Why apply?

• Competitive salary of 36,500+ DOE
• Paid overtime opportunities
• Annual bonus paid every November
• Defined contribution pension scheme (after 3 months)
• Medicash membership (health & wellbeing support)
• Free meals while on duty
• Free on-site parking
• Full-time, permanent contract with excellent job security
• Join a friendly and professional team of 10-12 chefs

About the role:

• Support the Head Chef in managing the kitchen operation
• Oversee daily preparation and service for up to 500 students, staff, and guests
• Play a key role in delivering fine dining events, banquets, and formal dinners
• Lead and develop a team of chefs, ensuring consistency and quality
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health & safety, and allergen policies
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or experienced Junior Sous Chef ready to step up
• Background in banqueting, fine dining, education or high-end contract catering
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance
• Passionate about producing high-quality food with attention to detail
• Flexible to work on a rotating shift pattern including alternate weekends

Interested?
Click Apply Now, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss this Sous Chef role in Cambridge.

Consultant: Katie Harding
Job Number: (phone number removed) INDCATERERING
Location: Cambridge
Job Role: Sous Chef

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.