Sous Chef
On-siteRotherhithe, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen management, supervising the team to ensure food meets high standards for public dining cruises and private events. Lead operations during the Head Chef's absence, assist with menu development, recipe changes, and seasonal updates. Manage stock rotation, wastage control, and weekly takes while maintaining accurate records and ensuring full compliance with HACCP and Health & Safety procedures. Train junior staff, coach kitchen assistants, and promote a positive team culture aligned with RESPECT Service values. Work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and seasonal events. Based in London, this role requires previous Sous Chef or experienced Chef de Partie experience in high-volume catering or event operations.
Required Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef
- Previous experience as an experienced Chef de Partie
- Experience within high-volume catering
- Experience within hospitality
- Experience within banqueting
- Experience within event operations
- Strong knowledge of food preparation
- Strong knowledge of presentation
- Strong knowledge of kitchen operations
- Good understanding of food hygiene
- Good understanding of HACCP
- Good understanding of allergen legislation
- Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements
- Experience managing or supervising kitchen teams
- Good organisational skills
- Good time management skills
- Financial awareness
- Experience using stock management or procurement systems
Desired Qualifications
- Professional cookery qualification
- Passion for producing high-quality food
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Flexible approach to working hours
- Experience with evening work
- Experience with weekend work
- Experience with seasonal events
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