Sous Chef - Old Windsor

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Old Windsor; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider in Old Windsor is seeking a Sous Chef responsible for food planning, preparation, and presentation. The ideal candidate will ensure hygiene and safety standards are met while innovating food offerings and motivating the kitchen team. This role promotes work-life balance as it is contracted for 44 weeks per year with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including free meals and wellness classes.

Benefits

Free meals

Onsite free car parking

Healthcare benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Exclusive travel discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in food production and presentation.
• Ability to manage stock and waste control.
• Understanding of hygiene and health & safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, cook, and present food to company standards.
• Conduct stock control and ensure compliance with hygiene regulations.
• Work closely with the leadership team onsite.

Skills

Food Innovation

Health & nutritional guidelines knowledge

Strong written and spoken English

Team motivation and development

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility and can-do attitude

Job description

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Term time only, 44 weeks per year
• Free meals
• Onsite free car parking
• Free onsite swimming pool access
• Discounted Event tickets
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
• Working 5 out of 7 days

Please note: this role is contracted to 44 weeks per year

What you'll be doing:

As a Sous Chef you will be responsible for planning, preparation, cooking and presentation of food to the standard required by the Company and the Client. You will also be responsible for all stock control, waste control and ensuring that all hygiene and H&S requirements are met to the highest standards. You will work closely with our leadership team on site.

If you arepassionate about using top quality fresh ingredients, and looking for a role which can offer both work life balance and career development - Apply now!

More about the role:

• Adopt a hands-on approach taking responsibility for the food production covering pupil and staff feeding along with an extensive range of hospitality and events
• Food Innovation and development is essential along with being up to date with current food trends
• Knowledge on health & nutritional guidelines is essential
• Strong written and spoken English along with computer skills are essential
• Ability to motivate and develop your team
• Great team player

Who you are:

• Innovative and creative individual
• Enthusiastic, motivational, someone who strives for excellence
• Organised, able to make robust judgements and prioritise
• Gain and hold the respect of others
• Flexible approach with a “can do” attitude
• A good track record of driving world class performance
• Strong commercial experience
• Ability to monitor and challenge the use of processes
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Passionate about food

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.

Job Reference: com/0312/41820001/52778968/SU #Independent

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!