Senior Sous Chef – Lead Kitchen, Create & Mentor

Compass Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in Greater London seeks an experienced Sous Chef to join their dedicated catering team. You will craft exceptional dishes while supporting the Head Chef in maintaining the highest standards of food quality and presentation. This role requires strong culinary expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for food. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including a contributory pension scheme and career development programs.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development

Healthcare access

Travel discounts

Shopping discounts

Cinema discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness classes

Family & friends discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-quality catering, ideally within a similar venue or setting.
• Ability to supervise and motivate a team of kitchen staff, ensuring a high level of performance.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen management.
• Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff.
• Ensure that every dish is prepared and presented according to the venue’s standards.
• Assist in ordering and inventory control.
• Adhere to health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Work with the Head Chef to ensure food costs are controlled.
• Ensure that dishes meet client expectations.
• Take charge of the kitchen when the Head Chef is absent.

Skills

Culinary Expertise

Leadership Skills

Food Safety

Team Collaboration

Organisational Skills

Adaptability

Job description

A leading food service company in Greater London seeks an experienced Sous Chef to join their dedicated catering team. You will craft exceptional dishes while supporting the Head Chef in maintaining the highest standards of food quality and presentation. This role requires strong culinary expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for food. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including a contributory pension scheme and career development programs.