Sunday Sous Chef - Poole

Compass Group PLC; Poole; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culinary mentorship

Qualifications opportunities

Job summary

Compass Group PLC is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to support the Chef Manager in delivering flavourful, consistent dishes across formats. You will assist with ordering, stock control, kitchen organisation, and maintaining top hygiene standards. You will help shape menus, mentor teammates, and lead by example in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate thrives on quality, modern techniques, bold flavours, and balanced plates, bringing both skill and flair to every service.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie or Sous Chef in quality-focused kitchens.
• Strong organisational skills with rota, prep list, and stockroom management.
• Knowledge of portioning, food cost and waste control; attention to flavour and presentation.
• A passion for developing others and leading by example.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef Manager in delivering flavourful, consistent, and visually appealing dishes across service formats.
• Assist with ordering, stock control, and kitchen organisation to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain best-in-class hygiene and safety; ensure high standards of presentation.
• Contribute to shaping menus with quality ingredients and smart nutritional choices.
• Lead by example to foster a positive, high-performing kitchen culture.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Food safety

Inventory control

Menu development

Organisational skills

Plating & presentation

Cost control

Job description

• Support the Chef Manager in delivering food that's full of flavour, consistency, and visual appeal across varied service formats, from wholesome grab and go to elegant plated dishes.

• Stay curious - help shape menus that celebrate quality ingredients and smart nutritional choices.

• Help foster a positive, high-performing culture where culinary standards are championed every day.

• Assist with ordering, stock control, and kitchen organisation to ensure smooth, efficient operations.

• Maintain best-in-class food hygiene and safety, with presentation that always feels considered.

  We're looking for a passionate Sous Chef who lives and breathes food - someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, supports their Chef Manager with confidence, and brings both skill and flair to every service. This role is perfect for a driven chef ready to help shape exceptional dining experiences while leading by example., A confident Chef de Partie or Sous with experience in quality-focused kitchens.

• A love for food that's both nourishing and exciting, think modern techniques, bold flavours, and balanced plates.

• Strong organisational skills - you know your way around a rota, prep list, and stockroom.

• Passion for developing others, you lead by example and raise the bar

• A sharp eye for food safety, consistency, and detail.

• Knowledge of portioning, food cost and waste control, flavour should be smart as well as satisfying.

Hungry for more? We also offer exciting culinary pathways for team members who want to level up. With real-time mentoring, hands-on experience, and the chance to earn recognised qualifications, it's a delicious way to grow your skills while doing what you love.