Sous Chef - Rochdale

Dine Contract Catering Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading catering company as a Sous Chef in Rochdale, where you’ll craft exceptional dishes while supporting a dedicated team. This role combines culinary creativity and career growth in an exciting environment focused on sustainability and high standards. Enjoy a range of benefits and the opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Access to Digital GP and healthcare benefits

Travel discounts with various providers

Grocery discounts at major stores

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes

Share discounts with family and friends

Qualifications

• Proven experience at Sous Chef level.
• Experience in hospitality and events.
• A passion for creating remarkable dishes.

Responsibilities

• Support hospitality and events.
• Manage kitchen operations during head chef's absence.
• Create and compile weekly menus.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Teamwork

Adaptability

Innovation

Job description

Sous chef - Rochdale

5 over 7 days. 40 hours per week

Up to £30,000 per annum - Dependent on experience

Spice Up Your Next Career Move!

Are you a talented and enthusiastic Sous Chef looking to showcase your skills and creativity? Join our dedicated catering team in Rochdale where you’ll craft exceptional dishes using the finest and freshest ingredients. This is your opportunity to make an impact in a role that balances culinary passion with career development, all within the UK’s leading food service company.

What You’ll Do

• Provide support with hospitality and events
• Step in for the head chef during absences, ensuring smooth kitchen operations
• Assist the head chef in creating, ordering, and compiling weekly menus
• Share responsibility for daily Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards
• Maintain excellence in food quality and customer service, ensuring high standards are met
• Collaborate with the head chef to manage kitchen areas and team performance

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience at Sous Chef level, demonstrating culinary expertise and leadership
• Experience in hospitality and events
• A passion for innovation, creating remarkable dishes that leave a lasting impression
• Strong teamwork skills, fostering collaboration with chefs and kitchen staff
• Adaptability to thrive in high-pressure situations and a fast-paced environment
• Genuine enthusiasm for the culinary world and a drive to continually improve
• Professionalism that upholds high standards and values

Benefits

We ensure you're rewarded for your hard work with a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access to Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your immediate family
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and many more
• Discounts on groceries at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and others
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards on spending, redeemable across various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family

About Us

Personality behind every plate

Dine provides tailored food services to 140 clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of experience, we pride ourselves on a personalised approach, outstanding service, and a passion for creating great-tasting, sustainable menus that support local suppliers and aim for Climate Zero by 2030.

Our secret ingredient - our people! If you’re ready to join some of the industry’s best, explore our live vacancies today, including roles for chefs, customer assistants, support, and office staff.

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Compass Group UK&I promotes an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career growth. We celebrate diversity and aim to make all colleagues feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive.