Sous Chef - Peterborough

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Role Overview
– Job Title: Sous Chef
– Location: Cambridge
– Reports To: Head Chef
– Hours: 37.5 hours per week (excluding breaks)
– Salary: £36,900 per annum
– Plus paid overtime
– Plus non-contractual bonus (subject to eligibility)
– Holidays: 34 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)
– Pension: Defined contributory scheme
– 3% employee / 6% employer contributions
– Option to increase contributions annually (up to 7% employee / 14% employer)

Key Responsibilities
– Lead kitchen shifts and supervise staff in preparing and serving food to Fellows, guests, students, and staff
– Ensure efficient kitchen operations, minimising costs and energy usage
– Maintain compliance with food safety and health & safety legislation
– Assist in menu planning and development of cyclic menus
– Submit food orders and manage stock rotation
– Promote the use of fresh produce and ensure dishes meet agreed recipes
– Monitor food presentation and service standards across all serveries
– Brief food service staff on menu content and conduct regular service checks
– Support training and development of kitchen brigade, including competition-level preparation
– Collaborate with colleagues across departments to plan and problem-solve
– Respond professionally to emergencies and uphold safety protocols
– Undertake additional duties as required to support the Head Chef and wider team

Person Specification
Qualifications:
– NVQ Level 2 & 3 in Professional Cookery
– Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
– HACCP and COSHH training
Skills & Experience:
– Minimum 3 years\’ experience in a similar role
– Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills
– Excellent customer service and interpersonal abilities
– Understanding of HACCP and food safety standards
– Experience in a college or institutional setting (desirable)
Personal Attributes:
– Friendly, approachable, and cooperative
– Responsible, trustworthy, and team-oriented
– Flexible and open to change
– Able to communicate effectively with colleagues and senior management
– Willing to work weekends and overtime as required

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