We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic Sous Chef for our dedicated catering team in Nuneaton, producing outstanding food using the finest and freshest ingredients.
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!
Responsibilities:
* Assist the Chef Manager in managing daily kitchen operations
* Prepare and present high-quality dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients
* Serve customers at the counter and operate the till during service times
* Support menu planning and innovation, ensuring a diverse and exciting culinary offering
* Maintain impeccable standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness
* Efficiently manage inventory, control costs, and minimize waste
* Step into a leadership role in the absence of the Chef Manager, ensuring seamless service
Minimum Requirements:
* Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a busy kitchen environment.
* A passion for delivering outstanding food and customer service.
* Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
* Knowledge of food trends, dietary requirements, and modern presentation techniques.
* Experience in working to an achievable GP
* Stock and Waste control experience
* Understanding of food management systems HACCP, Food Safety, Health and Safety, Natasha's Law, Allergens and Manual Handling.
Benefits:
* Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products
* Aviva 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 Scheme
* Recognition awards including Be a Star peer recognition and Long Service Awards
* Employee networks created and led by employees for employees
* Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
* Entertainment, Health & Wellbeing and Travel discounts
* Shopping discounts – Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
* On-going training & development and career pathways
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!
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