Sous Chef - London

Compass Group; London; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Eurest as a Sous Chef in London, where your culinary talent will flourish in a dynamic kitchen environment. You'll take the lead in preparing innovative dishes, supporting kitchen operations, and ensuring exceptional food quality. With a commitment to sustainability and a focus on employee well-being, you'll be part of a team that values creativity and professionalism.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory pension scheme

Career progression through Career Pathways & MyLearning programmes

Access to a Digital GP and comprehensive health & wellbeing support

Exclusive discounts with TUI, Expedia, and Booking.com

Save on groceries at Tesco, Sainsbury's, and Morrisons

Up to 44% off cinema tickets

Cashback rewards across hundreds of retailers

Free wellness, mindfulness, and fitness classes

Share discounts with family and friends

Qualifications

• Proven Sous Chef experience with strong culinary skills.
• Confidence in hospitality and event catering.
• Ability to lead, support, and inspire your kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Support and stand in for the Head Chef to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Assist with planning, ordering, and delivering exciting weekly menus.
• Champion Health, Safety & Environmental standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Hospitality

Creativity

Leadership

Resilience

Job description

Sous Chef - London

Monday - Friday 7am - 3.30pm
Salary: £35,454 per annum

Spice Up Your Culinary Career with Eurest!

Are you an experienced Sous Chef ready to bring passion, creativity, and flair to your next role? Join our dynamic kitchen team in London and be part of a company where your talent is truly valued. From fresh ingredients to flavour-packed menus, you'll help shape unforgettable food experiences in a workplace that thrives on innovation, quality, and sustainability. This role will require a trade test as part of the interview process.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting and standing in for the Head Chef to ensure smooth kitchen operations

• Assisting with planning, ordering, and delivering exciting weekly menus

• Taking the lead on hospitality and event catering

• Championing Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards every day

• Driving exceptional food quality and customer satisfaction

• Helping to manage the kitchen team, support training, and maintain high performance

What You'll Bring to the Table:

• Proven Sous Chef experience with strong culinary skills

• Confidence in hospitality and event catering

• Creativity and flair for innovative, high-quality dishes

• Ability to lead, support and inspire your kitchen team

• Resilience and composure in fast-paced environments

• Passion for food, a hunger to learn, and dedication to excellence

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive salary + Contributory pension scheme

• Career progression through our Career Pathways & MyLearning programmes

• Access to a Digital GP and comprehensive health & wellbeing support

• Exclusive discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com & more

• Save on groceries at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and others

• Up to 44% off cinema tickets

• Cashback rewards across hundreds of retailers

• Free wellness, mindfulness and fitness classes

• Share discounts with family and friends!

Who We Are - Eurest, by Compass Group UK&I

We're experts in workplace catering, delivering fresh, planet-positive food in over 700 UK workplaces every day. We believe good food fuels great work - and that a sustainable future starts in the kitchen. At Eurest, your work helps support our commitment to achieving net zero by 2030.

Diversity Is Our Strength

We're proud to be people-powered, and we celebrate the diversity and individuality of every team member. We're committed to building a supportive, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and grow.

Ready to Elevate Your Culinary Career?

Join Eurest and be part of something deliciously different. Apply now and serve up your talent in a team where food, people, and purpose come together!