Sous Chef - Windsor
The rewards
* £36,000 per year
* Generous annual leave, increasing with service, with option to purchase additional days
* Pension scheme and life assurance
* Access to a wide range of employee benefits including discounts, health cash plans, cycle to work scheme, and wellbeing support
* Opportunities to attend internal food events and develop culinary skills
Hours
* Full-time, permanent
The role of Sous Chef:
* Oversee daily food production across all services, ensuring consistency and quality
* Prepare and present dishes in line with agreed recipes and standards
* Manage ordering, stock control, and kitchen administration
* Drive high levels of customer satisfaction through food quality and efficiency
* Deputise for the Head Chef when required
* Support financial controls, cost management, and waste reduction
* Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff
* Contribute to menu development and innovation
* Ensure compliance with HACCP, food hygiene, and health and safety standards
* Act as a role model within the kitchen team
The ideal Sous Chef:
* Previous experience at Sous Chef or Head Chef level
* Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety standards
* Proven ability to lead and motivate a team
* Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills
* Passion for food and delivering high standards
This is a permanent, full-time position based in Windsor, reporting to the Head Chef within a busy, high-volume kitchen operation.
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