Sous Chef | Lead Kitchen, Kosher Menus & Team Growth

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join their high-spec kitchen. The role involves delivering high-quality meals while ensuring food hygiene and health & safety compliance. Applicants should have experience in busy kitchen environments, strong supervisory skills, and relevant qualifications. The position offers various benefits including a cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. Shift patterns are flexible, including weekends, and pay is £16.90 per hour.

Benefits

Free soup and sandwiches during shifts

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access

Company sick pay

4% employer pension contribution

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a busy kitchen is essential.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Must have qualifications in food hygiene or catering.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality meals while ensuring hygiene compliance.
• Manage kitchen team and maintain positive culture.
• Develop innovative menus catering to dietary needs.

Skills

Experience working in a busy kitchen environment

Supervisor experience

Energetic and proactive attitude

Ability to work to deadlines

Understanding of sensitivity needed for vulnerable people

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3, or equivalent in food hygiene or catering services

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join their high-spec kitchen. The role involves delivering high-quality meals while ensuring food hygiene and health & safety compliance. Applicants should have experience in busy kitchen environments, strong supervisory skills, and relevant qualifications. The position offers various benefits including a cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. Shift patterns are flexible, including weekends, and pay is £16.90 per hour.