Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Hospitality Sous Chef to join our team at one of our workplace restaurants in London, EC4A.


The kitchen operates Monday to Friday, with working hours of 7:00am to 3:30pm, offering an excellent work-life balance. This is a permanent, full-time position (40 hours per week) based in a dynamic corporate hospitality environment. Occasional evening overtime may be required to support fine dining and hospitality events.


Our team enjoys full autonomy to craft expressive, seasonal menus made entirely from scratch, using only the freshest ingredients. We take pride in creativity, quality, and a genuine passion for great food, delivering high-end hospitality experiences within a professional corporate setting.


As Hospitality Sous Chef you will support the Hospitality Head Chef in the day-to-day management of culinary operations, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, and service. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong culinary skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while working collaboratively with the wider hospitality team.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation and Cooking

Assist the Hospitality Head Chef in preparing and cooking high-quality dishes for corporate dining, meetings, and hospitality events Ensure all food is prepared in line with company standards, recipes, and food safety regulations

Menu Development

Work closely with the Hospitality Head Chef to develop creative, seasonal menus that meet client expectations and business requirements Contribute ideas for special events, themed functions, and fine dining menus

Team Leadership

Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff, ensuring high culinary standards and compliance with health and safety procedures Promote a positive, professional, and team-focused kitchen culture

Quality Control

Maintain consistent standards of food quality, presentation, and portion control Carry out regular kitchen checks to ensure cleanliness and adherence to food safety and health and safety guidelines

Inventory and Stock Management

Support stock control, ordering, and storage of food supplies in line with company procedures Minimise waste through effective planning, portion control, and efficient use of ingredients

Client and Customer Engagement

Support tastings, menu presentations, and client engagement for corporate hospitality events when required
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef looking for a stable, weekday role while still being involved in creative, high-quality hospitality and fine dining events.


Wilson Vale is an established, quality-led contract caterer. We work with amazing clients across the UK who place huge value on great food as a key part of their culture and community. We work in office restaurants, independent schools and at conference venues with the same high-end ethos throughout.


We are looking for a positive, honest and reliable employee to join our friendly and hardworking team. We can offer good training and prospects within our team for the right candidate.


Proposed start date: January 5th 2026

WILSON VALE PERKS:

Our working hours are some of the best you'll find in catering - we are strong believers in work-life balance Our working environment is fun and inspiring, with excellent career development opportunities Craft Works - Free craft-focused career development training programme Paid training bespoke to you Access to our Employee Assistance Programme- your wellbeing is very important to us Online employee benefits scheme - monetary savings on everyday items! Your Birthday off every year after 1 years' service. Enhanced Maternity Pay

Wilson Vale is an equal opportunities employer that strives to create an inclusive working environment for all. We are committed to supporting our people and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. From each and every person in our catering teams, to our operations and central support teams - everyone at has a voice.