Sous Chef

Sous Chef

Independent School

Near Buckingham

£40,000 per annum

5 days out of 7

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sous Chef to join the team at a prestigious independent school near Buckingham, working with an established contract catering operator.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented chef looking to join a high-quality operation where fresh food, strong standards and professional service are at the heart of the offering.

The Role

Working alongside the Head Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping to deliver consistently high standards across a busy school catering operation.

You will be involved in:

• Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Preparing and producing fresh, high-quality food
• Leading and developing the kitchen team during service
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene, health & safety and presentation standards
• Supporting menu planning and seasonal food development
• Managing stock, ordering and controlling waste
• Ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently and within budget
• Maintaining a positive and professional team environment

About You

We are looking for a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef with a genuine passion for food and the ability to lead by example.

You will ideally have experience within contract catering, education, hotels or high-quality restaurants, with strong technical skills and an organised, hands-on approach.

Experience of working within an independent school environment would be advantageous, but is not essential.

The Package

• £40,000 salary
• 5 days out of 7
• Prestigious independent school environment
• Excellent opportunity for career development
• Supportive and professional catering team

If you’re an ambitious chef looking for a role that offers quality, consistency and a strong work-life balance, we’d be very interested in hearing from you.

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