Location
London (High security clearance location)

Hours
Full Time - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary
Up to £43,000 per annum

Benefits
28 days holiday including bank holidays, plus your birthday off
3 volunteering days
3 days grandparent leave
24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
Secondary career leave
Wedding/commitment day leave
Free meals on shift
Bespoke training and development opportunities
Apprenticeship opportunities for all experience levels
Pension and life insurance
Discounts available on Perkbox app including high street shops, holidays & cinema
Wellbeing hub
Access to employee assistance programme
Cycle to work scheme

About the Role
Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius with a passion for creating masterful dishes that delight the senses? At BaxterStorey, we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We believe the best food comes from nurturing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft. We invest in your professional growth and provide an inclusive environment that encourages development and celebrates diversity.

As a Sous Chef, you will collaborate with our culinary team to craft flavourful dishes that nourish both body and mind. You will assist the Head Chef in all aspects of food preparation, production, and service, ensuring quality and presentation meet company standards and client expectations. You will supervise and train kitchen staff, assist in menu planning considering dietary restrictions and seasonal ingredients, oversee stock control, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

This role offers a competitive bonus upon completion of all three stages and guarantees a good work-life balance because we believe people excel when given space to take care of themselves. Join us and be part of a food revolution where your skills and enthusiasm will be valued and developed.

Experience
Previous experience in a similar role within contract catering or educational institutions is preferred.

About you
Fun and enthusiastic with excellent organisational skills.
A team player who enjoys succeeding as part of a team.
Flexible approach to work including availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure in a high-volume kitchen environment.

Qualifications
Culinary degree or relevant certifications from a recognized culinary institute.
Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices.