Sous Chef – Café & HospitalitySalary: £38,000 plus Compass benefits and meals on siteHours: 40 hours per week, 5 out of 7 days, with overtime availableTeam Size: SmallWe are looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our Café & Hospitality team. Working alongside the Head Chef, you will help manage daily kitchen operations, oversee staff, ensure high-quality food production, and maintain kitchen efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absenceGuide and support junior kitchen staff with cooking, food prep, and platingOversee kitchen stock, ensuring efficient ordering and inventory managementMaintain a first-in, first-out food rotation system for quality controlKeep cooking stations stocked, especially during peak hoursAssist in training new kitchen employees to maintain high standardsMinimise waste and manage food costs while maintaining qualitySupervise food preparation and presentation for both café and hospitality servicesSupport the Head Chef with menu development and kitchen organisationEnsure food storage meets hygiene and safety regulationsWork closely with the management team on supply ordering, budgeting, and staffingAbout UsPart of Compass Group UK&I, 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 workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.Job Reference: com/2204/99073001/52552877/R/SU #RA VenuesCompass 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!
