Sous ChefFlexible Shifts: Tuesday – Sunday, between 7am – 6pm (evening work required for events)Paid overtime | Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year\'s Day & Easter SundayAre you a passionate Sous Chef ready to take the next step in your culinary career?We're looking for a dedicated and experienced Sous Chef to join our vibrant kitchen team in a high-volume, fast-paced hospitality venue. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment where you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional food for both casual dining and large-scale events.About the Role:As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with the Head Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, lead and inspire the team, and help deliver consistently high food standards. You'll contribute to menu planning, manage service during busy shifts, and ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes—whether it's a busy restaurant day or a high-profile event.Venue Overview:Restaurant covers: 300 – 700 customers per dayEvents: Up to 250 guests per eventTeam size: Up to 8 chefs and 25 front-of-house staffShifts: Flexible across Tuesday – Sunday (7am – 6pm); evenings required for eventsOpen on Bank Holidays and Mondays during school half-termsClosed on: Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day, and Easter SundayPaid overtime for additional hoursKey Responsibilities:Support the Head Chef with all aspects of kitchen leadership and daily operationLead and motivate the kitchen brigade during service, especially in the Head Chef's absenceTrain, develop, and support junior team members to uphold high culinary standardsOversee food preparation, portioning, and presentation to ensure consistencyHelp manage stock rotation, supplier orders, and kitchen waste within budgetEnsure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations at all timesCollaborate with FOH and event teams to ensure smooth service during large functionsAssist with menu development and seasonal updatesWhat We're Looking For:Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a busy kitchenStrong leadership skills and a hands-on approach to servicePassion for food quality and customer experienceExcellent organisational skills with the ability to thrive in high-volume settingsSolid knowledge of food safety regulations and best practicesFlexibility to work a rotating schedule, including evenings and weekends as requiredWhat We Offer:Competitive salary with paid overtimeCreative input into menu and event cateringA positive, inclusive working environment with strong team cultureOpportunity to work across both day-to-day café service and large-scale eventsCareer development through Compass Group UK&I and Restaurant AssociatesAbout 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/0708/70491001/52755181/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!