Weekday School Catering Sous Chef - Fresh, Healthy Menus

HR-CL Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious private school in the United Kingdom is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join their catering team. This role offers a competitive salary of up to 40K, with sociable hours from Monday to Friday during the day. Responsibilities include assisting the Head Chef, preparing high-quality dishes, and leading the kitchen team. Ideal candidates should have proven experience as a Sous Chef, excellent organisation skills, and a passion for fresh, nutritious cooking. This is a great opportunity to work in a modern kitchen while maintaining a positive work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Sociable hours

Opportunities for training and development

Access to modern kitchen with great produce

Qualifications

• Experience in volume catering or contract catering preferred.
• Good leadership skills and a team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in the kitchen operation.
• Prepare and cook fresh, seasonal dishes to high standards.
• Lead the kitchen team when the Head Chef is absent.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety regulations.

Skills

Proven experience as a Sous Chef

Excellent organisation and leadership skills

Strong knowledge of food hygiene

Passion for fresh and healthy cooking

Job description

A prestigious private school in the United Kingdom is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join their catering team. This role offers a competitive salary of up to 40K, with sociable hours from Monday to Friday during the day. Responsibilities include assisting the Head Chef, preparing high-quality dishes, and leading the kitchen team. Ideal candidates should have proven experience as a Sous Chef, excellent organisation skills, and a passion for fresh, nutritious cooking. This is a great opportunity to work in a modern kitchen while maintaining a positive work-life balance.