Sous Chef – Café and HospitalitySalary: £38,000 per annumHours: 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 (plus overtime paid at standard rate)Are you a passionate and driven Sous Chef looking to join a dynamic team in a café and hospitality setting? This is an exciting opportunity to work in a small, supportive team where you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional food and service standards.About the Role:As Sous Chef, you’ll work closely alongside the Head Chef to manage daily kitchen operations and ensure the smooth running of the kitchen. From leading the team in the Head Chef’s absence to overseeing food quality and consistency, you’ll be at the heart of creating exceptional culinary experiences.Key Responsibilities:Lead and guide the kitchen team, particularly in the absence of the Head Chef.Provide training and mentorship to junior kitchen staff, including food preparation, line cooking, and dish presentation.Oversee and maintain kitchen stock, ensuring the first-in, first-out system is followed and quality standards are met.Assist in creating menus and ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation for both café and hospitality.Manage food and product orders, reducing waste and adhering to budgetary guidelines.Maintain organization and cleanliness of all food storage units, meeting standards at all times.Coordinate with the management team on supply orders, budgets, staffing, and kitchen efficiency.Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.What We Offer:Competitive salary of £38,000.Paid overtime at the standard hourly rate.A supportive and friendly environment within a small team.Opportunities to contribute to menu development and kitchen innovation.A role with variety, overseeing both café and hospitality operations.What We’re Looking For:Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role.Strong leadership and team management skills.A passion for high-quality food and excellent service.Solid understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.Ability to stay organized and manage kitchen operations effectivelyAbout UsPart of Compass Group UK&I, 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.Job Reference: com/0402/99073001/52552877/SU #RA VenuesCompass 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!
