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Sous Chef - Prestigious London Contract Catering Site
City of London | £40,000 + Paid Overtime (1.5x) | 40 Hours | Monday to Friday
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and skilled Sous Chef to join a leading contract caterer at a high-profile site in the heart of London's financial district.
This is a fantastic role for a confident and motivated chef looking to work in a dynamic environment that combines high-volume staff dining with premium hospitality and fine dining events.
The Role
As Sous Chef, you'll play a key role in delivering an exceptional food offering across multiple services. From busy retail counters to plated fine dining and high-end hospitality, you'll support the Head Chef in maintaining high standards and running a smooth and efficient kitchen.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Head Chef in day-to-day operations across both staff dining and hospitality
Ensure consistent quality and presentation across all food offerings
Assist with menu creation, preparation, and service delivery
Maintain compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
Provide leadership and guidance to junior team members
Help manage stock levels, ordering, and kitchen administration
Adapt quickly to varying volumes and client expectationsThe Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone who thrives in a busy, professional kitchen and brings both creativity and structure to their role. You'll need:
Experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous in a contract catering, hotel, or high-end restaurant setting
Proven ability to work in both volume and fine dining environments
Calm and focused under pressure with excellent time management
Strong knowledge of food hygiene and allergen control
A team-focused attitude and a passion for great foodWhat's on Offer
£40,000 per annum
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Paid overtime at 1.5x hourly rate
No late nights or weekends
Work in a prestigious central London location
Opportunities for training and career progression within a respected hospitality companyIf you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career and enjoy working in a professional, fast-paced environment - we'd love to hear from you!
Apply now to join a forward-thinking team where your skills and passion will be valued.
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