At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Head Chef and prepare fresh, seasonal dishes while supervising junior kitchen staff.
- Company: Join Restaurant Associates, known for delivering exceptional hospitality in retail catering.
- Benefits: Enjoy subsidised meals, gym membership, and exclusive travel discounts with major brands.
- Other info: Work in a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining high hygiene and safety standards.
- Why this job: This role offers a chance to develop culinary skills in a structured, supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Junior Sous Chef and knowledge of food safety standards are essential.
The predicted salary is between 31320 - 35000 £ per year.
Are you a passionate Retail Sous Chef seeking a better work–life balance? Join our dynamic retail catering team, where you’ll help deliver high-quality, freshly prepared food in a fast-paced yet supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Head Chef in the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen
- Prepare and present fresh, seasonal dishes to a consistently high standard
- Supervise, support, and motivate junior kitchen team members
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards
- Assist with menu development, stock control, and ordering
- Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment
About The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a Junior Sous Chef looking to develop their skills within contract catering. You’ll gain exposure to high-volume retail service while progressing your culinary career in a structured and supportive team environment.
Benefits
- Subsidised meals
- Subsidised gym membership
- Contributory pension scheme
- Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
- Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
- Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
- Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
- You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
About Us
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 workplaces as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.
Compass 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!
Retail Junior Sous Chef employer: Restaurant Associates UK
Restaurant Associates is committed to brilliant hospitality and employee dining across the UK. Located in various iconic venues, they offer a contributory pension scheme and wellness classes. The team values diversity and empowers individuals to thrive in their careers.
