Job Description

We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Sous Chef to join our dynamic team at a workplace restaurant in Cambridge (CB23).


This role is 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday, 7am to 3:30pm.


As Sous Chef, you'll play a key role in delivering fresh, seasonal, made-from-scratch meals that reflect creativity and high culinary standards to around 100 staff members a day. Our kitchen has full autonomy over its menus, giving you the freedom to create exciting, quality dishes using only the freshest ingredients.


You'll support the Chef Manager in leading a team of four, taking full responsibility in their absence. This includes overseeing daily operations, ordering fresh produce, managing kitchen costs, and ensuring all Health & Safety and COSHH protocols are followed.


You'll enjoy working in a supportive and collaborative kitchen environment where quality and innovation are valued. The daily food offering includes plated and buffet lunches, a seasonal salad bar, and grab-and-go options. Additionally, the site hosts regular hospitality events, featuring a variety of options such as sandwiches and mezze platters.


We are looking for a confident and personable Sous Chef who enjoys engaging with customers and takes pride in delivering outstanding food and service. You should be well-presented, enthusiastic, and passionate about hospitality. Leadership experience, strong communication skills, and a solid understanding of kitchen operations are essential.


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.


SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:


Be responsible for the daily operation of the kitchen and the preparation and cooking of all types of dishes.
Be responsible, dedicated and a strong leader with the ability to manage a brigade of talented chefs.
Be able to train and develop your team supportively and professionally.
Deliver consistent food standards following the Wilson Vale brand standards.
Deliver fresh, seasonal and innovative food from around the world.
Be able to interact and engage with people while the food is being served.


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.