Stoke-on-Trent | £30,000 per annum | Monday to Friday
Fresh food. Brilliant people. Exceptional standards.
Houston & Hawkes is looking for a talented Sous Chef to join our kitchen team at a leading corporate workplace in Stoke-on-Trent.
We're looking for a hands-on chef with a genuine passion for fresh food, strong kitchen skills and a real eye for detail. Working closely with the Head Chef, you'll help deliver delicious, beautifully presented food and a consistently excellent experience for our customers.
This is a fantastic opportunity to bring creativity, organisation and positive leadership to a professional workplace kitchen while enjoying a Monday-to-Friday working pattern.
THE ROLE
- Support the Head Chef in the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen
- Prepare and deliver fresh, seasonal dishes to consistently high standards
- Bring creativity and flair to menus, food presentation and daily specials
- Help lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team
- Maintain excellent standards of food quality, consistency and service
- Support stock control, ordering, portion management and food waste reduction
- Work closely with the wider catering team to deliver a seamless customer experience
- Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, allergen awareness and kitchen safety
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef ready for the next step
- Confident cooking skills and a genuine passion for fresh, quality ingredients
- A positive, supportive approach to leading and developing others
- Excellent organisation and the ability to remain calm during busy service
- Good understanding of food safety, allergens and kitchen compliance
- Commercial awareness and pride in producing food that looks as good as it tastes
WHY JOIN HOUSTON & HAWKES?
- Monday to Friday working pattern
- Your birthday off every year
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Free meals on duty
- Pension scheme and life assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- CODE Hospitality membership
- Foodie Socials and company celebrations, including our Summer Awards and Christmas Party
- Learning, development and opportunities for career progression
ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES
Houston & Hawkes is an award-winning independent contract caterer, creating fresh, creative food and exceptional hospitality experiences in some of the UK's most prestigious workplaces. We are a Certified B Corp and a recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise, with a people-first culture built around quality, care and ambition.
If you're a passionate Sous Chef who loves great food and takes pride in leading by example, we'd love to hear from you.
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Houston & Hawkes is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Central London where creativity and passion for food thrive. Employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and a supportive team environment that values exceptional customer service and innovation. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that takes pride in delivering premium experiences while enjoying the unique advantages of working in one of the world's most exciting cities.
