Sous Chef - Uxbridge

Restaurant Associates; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality service company in the UK is seeking a Sous Chef to run an efficient kitchen alongside the Head Chef. The successful candidate will create and present dishes, lead and inspire the culinary team, and maintain the highest standards of hygiene. Applicants should have proven experience in a similar leadership role and possess strong culinary skills. This position offers competitive pay, a Monday to Friday schedule, and a range of benefits including free meals, onsite parking, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Free meals

Onsite free car parking

Subsidised gym membership

Contributory pension scheme

Digital GP access

Exclusive travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards program

Wellness classes

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar leadership role.
• Strong culinary skills and a flair for presentation.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Head Chef to run a smooth, efficient kitchen.
• Create and present dishes that impress every time.
• Lead and inspire the team, supporting training and development.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership abilities

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Education

Food hygiene certification

Job description

What You’ll Do

• Partner with the Head Chef to run a smooth, efficient kitchen.
• Create and present dishes that impress every time.
• Lead and inspire the team, supporting training and development.
• Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and food safety.
• Contribute ideas for menu planning and improvements.
• Manage stock, ordering, and cost control effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar leadership role.
• Strong culinary skills and a flair for presentation.
• Calm and confident under pressure during busy service.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
• Food hygiene certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Pastry experience? That's a fantastic bonus!

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations. 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!

Working hours & benefits

• Monday to Friday schedule – enjoy your weekends!
• Competitive pay and a supportive, professional team.

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:

• Free meals
• Onsite free car parking
• Subsidised gym membership
• 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
• Unwind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families