Sous Chef Wokingham

Blue Arrow; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering service in Wokingham seeks a Sous Chef to support daily operations and maintain high food quality standards. The role offers a competitive salary starting at £14 per hour, a Monday to Friday schedule, and opportunities for career growth. Ideal candidates should have a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate and experience in a catering environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay starting at £14/hour

Monday to Friday schedule

Supportive, team-focused kitchen environment

Career development and progression

Mental health & wellbeing support

Discounts, cashback schemes & financial perks

Cycle to Work Scheme & volunteering opportunities

Full training and uniform provided

Public holidays off

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Sous Chef in a B&I setting.
• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.
• Passionate about high-quality food and service.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in daily operations.
• Maintain high standards in food quality and hygiene.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to menu innovation.

Skills

Leadership and team collaboration

High-quality food and service

Excellent communication

Organisational abilities

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

NVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery

Job description

Sous Chef - Wokingham

Salary: From £14 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week

Sector: Business & Industry Catering

Join our professional kitchen team in Wokingham as a Sous Chef and enjoy a rewarding role with great work-life balance and career growth opportunities.

Why Join Us?

• 💰 Competitive pay starting at £14/hour
• 📅 Monday to Friday schedule – weekends off
• 👨🍳 Supportive, team‑focused kitchen environment
• 📈 Career development and progression
• 🧘♂️ Mental health & wellbeing support
• 🎁 Discounts, cashback schemes & financial perks
• 🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme & volunteering opportunities
• 🧥 Full training and uniform provided
• 🕒 No unsociable hours – public holidays off

Minimum Experience & Skills

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Sous Chef in a B&I setting
• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
• Passionate about high‑quality food and service
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities

Qualifications

• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
• NVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent)
• Experience in B&I catering highly desirable

Your Role

• Support the Head Chef in daily operations
• Maintain high standards in food quality and hygiene
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to menu innovation

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