Senior Sous Chef

Senior Sous Chef

Contract Catering Venue

Location: Idyllic countryside setting, Kent

Salary: £42,000 – £44,000 per annum

Hours: 5 days out of 7 (some weekend work required)

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Sous Chef to lead the culinary team at a newly refurbished, high-end contract catering venue located in a stunning Kent location. This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented individual who thrives in a dynamic environment with a focus on quality, seasonality, and local sourcing.

The Role:

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the daily operations of the kitchen, overseeing food preparation for the restaurant, café/retail outlets, and a diverse calendar of events. You'll have the creative freedom to design menus that showcase the best of Kent's local produce, working closely with trusted regional suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading and inspiring a dedicated kitchen team

• Designing and delivering innovative, seasonal menus across multiple outlets

• Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene and health & safety

• Managing kitchen budgets, GP targets, and stock control

• Supporting the delivery of events, private functions, and high-volume service days

The Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous in a similar multi-outlet or contract catering environment

• Passionate about fresh, local, and sustainable ingredients

• Strong leadership and team development skills

• Calm under pressure with excellent organisational ability

• Comfortable managing both day-to-day service and larger scale events

What's On Offer:

• Competitive salary of £42,000 – £44,000

• A fantastic work-life balance (working 5 out of 7 days) – straight shifts only

• Beautiful working environment in a newly refurbished kitchen and dining space

• Opportunity to be part of a respected and growing operation with a strong ethos on sustainability and local sourcing

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