Sous chef / senior chef de partie

Job Description

Sous Chef / Senior Chef de Partie No Late Nights | Better Work-Life Balance | Godalming, Surrey Looking for a role where you can still cook great food - but without the late nights, split shifts and constant pressure? At Birchgrove, were doing things differently. This is a Sous Chef / Senior Chef de Partie role within a calm, well-structured kitchen, where you can focus on quality, consistency and building relationships - rather than chasing back-to-back services. Why this role is different

• No late nights
• Consistent shifts and better work-life balance
• Cooking fresh, seasonal food from scratch
• A calm, organised kitchen environment
• Time to focus on quality - not just speed

Youll still be hands-on, leading, cooking and maintaining high standards - but within a setting that feels more structured, supportive and purposeful. About Birchgrove At Birchgrove, we create vibrant communities for people over 65, where food plays a huge part in daily life. Youre not cooking for covers - youre cooking for residents. That means building relationships, understanding preferences, and creating meals that genuinely matter. Pepperpot House in Godalming is a beautiful, modern neighbourhood set in the heart of the Surrey Hills. What youll be doing

• Supporting the Head Chef in delivering high-quality, fresh meals
• Preparing and cooking dishes from scratch
• Helping shape seasonal menus and specials
• Maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene
• Supporting stock control, waste reduction and kitchen organisation
• Leading the kitchen when required

What were looking for

• Experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie
• Passion for fresh, seasonal food
• Calm, organised and reliable under pressure
• A team player who supports others
• Someone who enjoys being part of a community

Why join Birchgrove

• A genuinely supportive, people-first culture
• The chance to cook with purpose and make a difference
• Real opportunity for development and progression
• A stable, well-run kitchen environment
• Free meals on shift
• Healthcare cashback scheme
• Electric car scheme

If youre looking for a role where you can step away from the usual hospitality pressures, but still take pride in great food and a well-run kitchen, wed love to hear from you. Please feel free to drop in for a coffee and a chat if you are interested. REF-229 041

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