Sous Chef - Dorset
Up to £15 per hour (depending on experience)
Monday-Friday role
We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic Sous Chef for our dedicated catering team in Dorset, producing outstanding food using the finest and freshest ingredients in this prestigious contract. You would manage the kitchen with the head chef and 2 others in the team.
About the role * Services: Breakfast, Lunch and Hospitality.
* c. 400 customers on site
* Covering head chef duties whilst away
* Working along side the head chef to assist in devising, ordering and collating weekly menus
* Responsibility alongside the head chef of every day HSE standards
* Maintain the centre of excellence in food and customer service.
* Working alongside the head chef in managing all areas of the kitchen and the Team to ensure standards and service levels do not drop
About You * Able to work as a team member and lead the team when required
* Previous experience working in a high volume, high quality environment
* Previous experience working in a B&I contract preferred
* Experience in working to an achievable GP
* Stock and Waste control experience
* Understanding of food management systems HACCP, Food Safety, Health and Safety, Natasha’s Law, Allergens and Manual Handling.
* DBS, 5 year employment history and security clearance will be required for this role
About usWe ensure you’re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: * Meal provided while on duty
* 28 days holiday inc. bank holidays
* Closed evenings, weekends and bank holidays
* Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products
* Aviva Digi care – Free annual healthcare check
* Medicash – Discounted health cash plan providing cash back on a range of medical treatments including Dental, Optical and Consultant appointments for you and your family.
* Pension scheme and Life Assurance
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Holiday purchase scheme
* Sharebuy Scheme
* Recognition awards including Be a Star peer recognition and Long Service Awards
* Employee networks created and led by employees for employees
* Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
* Entertainment, Health & Wellbeing and Travel discounts
* Shopping discounts – Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
* On-going training & development and career pathways
If you are an innovative and creative Chef, passionate about using top quality fresh ingredients, and looking for a role which can offer both work life balance and career development - we want to hear from you!
Job Reference: com/1706/41833001/52659027/SU
Compass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We want to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone’s talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities. Where our colleagues feel valued, can reach their full potential, and thrive - Diversity is Our Strength!