Sous Chef - London (Monday-Friday)

Vacherin; Greater London; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal Development

Life assurance scheme

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Healthcare Support App

Job summary

Vacherin is seeking a Sous Chef in London to assist the Head Chef, lead a kitchen team, and deliver exceptional food for large-scale events. You will ensure high-quality preparation, presentation, and efficiency across busy service periods.

Join a renowned hospitality team known for authenticity, strong leadership, and a commitment to staff development in a dynamic London setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar in a high-quality culinary environment.
• Experience in large-scale catering or high-volume service is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in planning and preparing menus tailored to large-scale catering.
• Oversee daily food preparation and ensure consistency and quality across dishes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Cooking skills

High-volume service experience

Ability to work under pressure

Team training and supervision

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

At Vacherin we celebrate diversity and embrace individuality. We genuinely like the people we work with, and love coming together to reset , refresh and have fun. We empower our people through togetherness , we give them the chance to shine and unlock their potential, and they fuel our strength and growth.

Are you passionate about food ,drink and service ,want to be part of an award-winning hospitality team- and still make it home for dinner? We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our team in London.

Salary: £50,000 per annum

Working pattern: Monday to Friday 40 hours - 6.30/6.45am - 3/3.30pm

Location: London, EC2M 4UJ

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in planning and preparing a menu that highlights our dedication to authenticity and quality, tailored to large-scale catering.
• Oversee daily food preparation, ensuring each dish is made with the finest ingredients and presented with consistency and excellence, even in high-volume settings.
• Efficiently cook and assemble dishes during peak service times, maintaining the highest standards of quality and authenticity.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff, including a direct CDP and overseeing an additional 2 CDPs, instilling a respect for traditional techniques and the use of premium ingredients.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to manage a kitchen team of up to 23, ensuring seamless operation and high morale.
• Monitor inventory levels, source high-quality ingredients, and manage stock to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
• Maintain a spotless and organized kitchen, adhering to all health and safety regulations, especially critical in high-volume environments.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop new recipes and menu items that stay true to authentic culinary traditions while meeting the demands of large-scale service.
• Assist in managing food costs and budget, ensuring profitability without compromising on ingredient quality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a high-quality culinary environment, preferably in large-scale catering or high-volume service.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Excellent cooking skills with a keen eye for detail and presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
• Experience managing and training a team, including CDPs and junior kitchen staff.
• Passion for using high-quality ingredients and preserving authentic culinary traditions.

What's in it for you?

Working with Vacherin has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.

• Personal Development and Training opportunities
• Life assurance scheme
• Pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
• Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
• Eye care
• A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
• Family friendly support
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Volunteering days
• Professional subscriptions
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Long service awards
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers

About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

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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!