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Senior Sous Chef

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bracknell, Berkshire

Expire in: 24 days

Job Description

Senior Sous Chef - Corporate Site, Bracknell

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 Bracknell. 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

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