At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Head Chef in running a busy kitchen and leading the team.
- Company: Join a professional kitchen team with a focus on high-quality food.
- Benefits: Full-time hours, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Flexible shifts and a chance to work with passionate food lovers.
- Why this job: Take your culinary skills to the next level and make an impact in a vibrant kitchen.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Sous Chef or in a senior chef role is essential.
The predicted salary is between 29250 - 35750 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sous Chef to join a busy and professional kitchen team on a full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable, motivated and experienced chef looking to take the next step in their career and play a key role in the day-to-day running of a kitchen.
The Role of Sous Chef
Working alongside the Head Chef, you will help ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen while maintaining consistently high standards of food quality, hygiene and service. Key responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen
- Leading, motivating and supporting the wider kitchen team
- Maintaining high standards of food preparation, presentation and quality
- Ensuring excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards are maintained
- Helping to organise kitchen operations and manage service effectively
- Supporting the team during busy periods and ensuring a consistent standard of service
Working Hours for the Sous Chef
The role is based on 42.5 hours per week, with a mixture of shifts including:
- 8:00am–5:00pm
- 9:00am–6:00pm
- Two Friday evening shifts per month, 11:00am–8:00pm
- Alternate weekends
About You as the Sous Chef
We are looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience as a Sous Chef or in a senior chef position
- Is confident working in a busy kitchen environment
- Has strong leadership and organisational skills
- Is reliable, professional and motivated
- Takes pride in delivering high-quality food
- Can support and motivate a team
- Has a strong understanding of food hygiene and kitchen standards
By applying for this Sous Chef role, you are agreeing to your CV being held on our database, stored confidentially and securely. Your CV details will be used and kept only to provide recruitment services from us. We will only send your details to clients once discussed with you and your data will not be shared with any other third party. You can ask for the deletion or correction of your data, or to opt out of this service at any point by informing Exact Sourcing.
We very much look forward to hearing from you and will be reviewing all applications over the next 2 to 3 weeks. If you are selected, we will be in contact and if not, we will be keeping your details on file for any future vacancies.
Sous Chef employer: Exact Sourcing Limited
Our client is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture where teamwork and proactive communication are at the forefront. With fantastic benefits like free lunch Fridays, regular BBQ celebrations, and a holiday buy/sell scheme, employees enjoy a supportive environment that fosters growth and long-term relationships with customers. Located in a stable and growing business, this role as an Account Manager provides meaningful opportunities to make a real impact while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule.
