Sous Chef – Maternity Cover, Creative Menu & Development

WSH Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday (28 days)

Birthday leave

Volunteer days

Maternity leave 24w

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Employee assistance

Cycle to work

Free meals

Training and development

Apprenticeships

Job summary

BaxterStorey is seeking a Sous Chef for maternity cover at our Bristol site. You will lead kitchen operation, ensure food safety, and support the head chef in delivering high-quality menus.

This 40-hour week role offers the chance to develop your culinary career within a supportive, hospitality-driven team. As a key member, you will supervise station prep, mentor junior chefs, and contribute to menu development while maintaining the high standards BaxterStorey is known for across diverse client

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Commis Chef or similar.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Works according to BaxterStorey core values.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all time.
• Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensuring cleanliness in line with policies and procedures.
• Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times.
• Team Collaboration – communicate positively and effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary. Coaching of junior chefs to support development.
• Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation.
• Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork abilities

Culinary techniques

Attention to detail

Job description

BaxterStorey is seeking a Sous Chef for maternity cover at our Bristol site. You will lead kitchen operation, ensure food safety, and support the head chef in delivering high-quality menus.

This 40-hour week role offers the chance to develop your culinary career within a supportive, hospitality-driven team. As a key member, you will supervise station prep, mentor junior chefs, and contribute to menu development while maintaining the high standards BaxterStorey is known for across diverse client