We are currently recruiting for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team at one of our conference & events venues in Oxford OX1 3RG.
Wilson Vale is an established, quality-led contract caterer. We work with amazing clients across the UK who place huge value on great food as a key part of their culture and community. We work in office restaurants, independent schools and at conference venues with the same high-end ethos throughout.
We are a fresh, food-led operation open seven days a week, welcoming an average of 200 guests daily, in addition to providing hospitality services. We take great pride in the high quality of our offering, which includes daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner services featuring buffets, a salad bar, a grab-and-go section, and freshly baked goods. We also provide daily specials and host fine dining dinners, special events, and themed social gatherings. We place a strong emphasis on guest interaction during service, so you must be personable, approachable, and well presented.
This is a permanent position based on a 40-hour working week. However, we operate a TOIL system to help align workflow and demand with seasonal peaks and troughs. Shifts will be on a rota basis between the hours of 6am and midnight to accommodate special evening events. For this reason, flexibility is essential in this role.
As our Senior Sous Chef you will join and head up a talented team of 20 and will work alongside the Head Chef, Executive Head Chef, and Operations Manager. You will be responsible for the daily operation of the kitchen and the preparation and cooking of all dishes. You must be responsible, dedicated and a strong leader with the ability to manage a brigade of chefs across all services. You will be able to support the Executive Head Chef in training and developing the team.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Be responsible for the daily operation of the kitchen and the preparation and cooking of all types of dishes.
2. Be responsible, dedicated and a strong leader with the ability to manage a brigade of talented chefs.
3. Be able to train and develop your team supportively and professionally.
4. Deliver consistent food standards following the Wilson Vale brand standards.
5. Deliver fresh, seasonal and innovative food from around the world.
6. Be able to interact and engage with people while the food is being served.
WILSON VALE PERKS:
7. Our working hours are some of the best you'll find in catering - we are strong believers in work-life balance
8. Our working environment is fun and inspiring, with excellent career development opportunities
9. Craft Works – Free craft-focused career development training programme
10. Paid training bespoke to you
11. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme- your wellbeing is very important to us
12. Online employee benefits scheme - monetary savings on everyday items!
13. Your Birthday off every year after 1 years’ service.
14. Enhanced Maternity Pay