Sous Chef

Sous ChefIndependent Contract CatererTerm Time Only - 41 Working Weeks40 Hours per Week (Rota Basis) 18.00 per HourOur client, an independent contract caterer, is seeking a Sous Chef to join their school catering team, serving up to 200 students.In this role, the successful candidate will support the kitchen in delivering fresh, nutritious meals for break and lunch service, along with occasional hospitality events. Working with seasonal ingredients, they will produce high-quality, home-cooked food while maintaining excellent standards of food safety, organisation, and kitchen efficiency.This position is ideal for a passionate chef who enjoys working with fresh produce and is looking for a strong work-life balance through a structured term-time schedule.Rota:Sunday 08:00 - 17:00Monday 11:00 - 19:00Tuesday - OffWednesday 08:00 - 15:00Thursday 08:00 - 16:00Friday 06:00 - 14:00Saturday - OffCandidate Requirements:Previous experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar senior kitchen rolePassion for fresh, seasonal food and quality ingredientsIdeally NVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery or equivalentStrong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standardsAbility to support kitchen operations and work effectively within a teamExperience preparing food for high-volume serviceWhat''s on Offer:Permanent term-time contract (41 weeks per year)Excellent training and career development opportunitiesHigh street and online discount schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammePro rata statutory ..... full job details .....