Sous Chef

Overview

Sous Chef - Education Catering West London

Berkeley Scott is recruiting a Sous Chef for one of our leading education clients in East London.

Due to the expansion of the catering team, this is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and motivated chef to support the delivery of fresh, nutritious, high-quality meals for students, staff, and events. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, including food preparation, menu planning, stock management, and maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene and safety.

We are looking for a strong team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys contributing ideas, and wants to be part of a forward-thinking catering operation.

Hours and Renumeration

• Monday to Friday
• 7am - 3pm
• £28,600 - £30,600 (term time only, salary dependant on experience, temp hourly rate before perm position)
• Temp-to-perm opportunity with trial period
• Weekends off

Key Responsibilities

• Support the daily operation of the kitchen and catering team
• Prepare fresh meals
• Assist with menu planning and food presentation
• Maintain Food & Health Safety standards and complete all required paperwork
• Support stock control, food ordering, and inventory management
• Ensure prompt service of all meals
• Assist with budget monitoring and day-to-day site operations
• Contribute ideas to enhance and develop the catering provision

Requirements

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen as a Sous Chef, Senior Chef de Partie, or similar role
• Food Safety Level 2 Certificate (Level 3 desirable)
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child Workforce)
• Right to Work in the UK
• 2 employment references
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Passion for fresh food and high standards

Benefits

• Join an award-winning agency with an excellent national reputation
• Monday to Friday working pattern with weekends off
• Overtime opportunities available
• Flexible ongoing work
• Opportunity to secure a permanent role within education or healthcare catering
• £50 Amazon voucher through our referral scheme (after 10 shifts completed)