Sous Chef - Leighton Buzzard

B&I (Business and Industry); Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering service seeks a passionate Sous Chef in Luton. In this role, you will support the Chef Manager, fostering a high-performing kitchen while ensuring food quality and safety. Ideal candidates bring culinary talent and thrive in fast-paced environments. With the ability to shape exceptional dining experiences, this role offers flexible working hours and competitive pay, making it perfect for those ready to advance their culinary careers.

Qualifications

• Passion for food and culinary creativity.
• Ability to support and deputize for the Chef Manager.
• Experience in a high-performing kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef Manager in delivering food with flavor and consistency.
• Deputize for the Chef Manager in their absence.
• Help shape menus with quality ingredients.
• Foster positive kitchen culture.
• Assist with ordering and stock control.

Skills

Culinary talent

Fast-paced environment experience

Food hygiene knowledge

Job description

Sous Chef

Location: Luton

Working Pattern

28 hours per week, Monday - Friday, working hours vary between 6:30am and 2:30pm.

Salary: Up to £14.78 per hour, depending on experience

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 Head Chef 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.

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.
• Deputise for the Chef Manager in their absence.
• 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 feel...