Senior Sous Chef - Corporate Site, Berkshire Full-time | 40 hours per week Monday-Friday | 07:00-15:30 Salary: Up to £40,000 per year Job Introduction Are you a passionate and experienced chef ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a talented Senior Sous Chef to join our team at a vibrant corporate site in Berkshire. You'll support the Head Chef in leading a dynamic kitchen operation, delivering fresh, high‑quality food while inspiring the team and maintaining excellent standards. What you'll do Support the Head Chef in planning, preparing, and presenting high‑quality food that meets client expectations. Lead and support the kitchen team across all service areas, including retail, deli, café, hospitality, vending, and the main kitchen. Contribute to menu planning and innovation, creating seasonal and themed offers that meet site requirements and budget targets. Maintain exemplary food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards, ensuring compliance and supporting the site's 5* EHO rating. Assist with stock control, ordering, food rotation, and weekly stock checks-ensuring accurate records, minimal waste, and strong cost controls. Step up to lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, overseeing operations and supporting front-of-house to ensure an excellent customer experience. What you bring A passionate, creative approach to cooking with strong knowledge of current food trends. Professional culinary qualification (NVQ Level 3, Diploma, or equivalent). Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef or Sous Chef in corporate, contract catering, or high‑volume kitchens. Excellent culinary skills with consistency in quality, presentation, and service. Strong financial awareness, including food cost management and GP/budget controls. Level 3 Food Hygiene Certification and good IT skills. What we offer Mental health & wellbeing support Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 virtual GP service & lifestyle rewards Discounts for you and your family Financial tools & retirement plan Cycle to Work scheme Paid Volunteering Day Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.