Junior Sous Chef - GaydonUp to £34.911 per annum (depending on experience) Monday - Friday 6am - 3pm, however may be required to support up until 6pm and occasional evenings or weekends We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic Junior Sous Chef for our dedicated catering team in Gaydon, producing outstanding food using the finest and freshest ingredients. We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030. If you are an innovative and creative Chef, passionate about using top quality fresh ingredients, and looking for a role which can offer both work life balance and career development - we want to hear from you!About the roleServices: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Hospitality and a Coffee Shop.Working within a team of 82 with 10 direct reports and serving 12000 customers on-site. Covering for the head chef during absences.Assisting the head chef in creating, ordering, and compiling weekly menus.Sharing responsibility with the head chef for daily Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards.Upholding the center of excellence in food and customer service.Collaborating with the head chef to manage all kitchen areas and the team, ensuring that standards and service levels are maintained.About YouExperience: Candidates should have at least Sous chef level experience, demonstrating culinary expertise and dedication.Creativity: Show an intense passion for cuisine with the ability to innovate, creating remarkable dishes that make a lasting impression on guests.Teamwork: Promote a spirit of cooperation, working alongside other chefs and kitchen staff to ensure a distinguished dining experience.Adaptability: Adapt to the ever-changing culinary landscape, excelling in high-pressure situations and overcoming obstacles with ease.Passion: Display a sincere enthusiasm for the hospitality industry and a relentless ambition to improve and polish your culinary abilities.Professionalism: Maintain a high standard of excellence and professionalism, representing the principles and spirit of Birchwood Park.About usWe ensure you\'re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:Meal provided while on duty 28 days holiday inc. bank holidays Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance productsAviva Digi care – Free annual healthcare check Medicash – Discounted health cash plan providing cash back on a range of medical treatments including Dental, Optical and Consultant appointments for you and your family. Pension scheme and Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme Holiday purchase scheme Sharebuy SchemeRecognition awards including Be a Star peer recognition and Long Service AwardsEmployee networks created and led by employees for employeesExclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work) Entertainment, Health & Wellbeing and Travel discountsShopping discounts – Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping CardsOn-going training & development and career pathwaysWe’re people-powered at Eurest It’s an understatement to say that we’re passionate about what we do, which is why we’re committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us – could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting Compass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We want to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone\'s talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities. Where our colleagues feel valued, can reach their full potential, and thrive - Diversity is Our Strength!
