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Sous Chef

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We're Hiring: Sous Chef - Colchester

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Are you a passionate culinary chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and loves the buzz of delivering high-quality food at scale? We're on the lookout for a sous Chef to join our team in Colchester--someone who's as excited about flavor, quality, food safety, and team focused as we are.

What's the role about?

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As our Sous Chef, you'll be the heartbeat of our kitchen operations. You'll work with a talented team, oversee production, and work closely with our Product Development team to make sure every dish that leaves the kitchen is as per recipe and of the highest quality--every time. From recipe precision to food safety, you'll set the standard and inspire others to follow it.

What you'll be doing:

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Working with and motivating a team of fellow chefs and kitchen staff Ensuring recipes are followed fully and dishes are consistently delicious Acting as the go-to person for both day-to-day kitchen operations and product development Championing Quality of food, food safety, , and innovation Managing resources, meeting production targets, and keeping the kitchen functioning Supporting and developing the team, including fellow sous chefs

What we're looking for:

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Recognised Qualifications in Catering Solid experience in large-scale production kitchens Proven leadership in a kitchen or food manufacturing setting Level 3 Food Safety and GNVQ2/3 (or equivalent experience) A sharp eye for detail and a love for great food Confident with kitchen systems and paperwork from Quality monitoring to Food safety A collaborative, can-do attitude and a calm under pressure

Why join us?

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You'll be part of a company that values quality, creativity, and teamwork. We're growing fast, and this is your chance to shape the future of our kitchen while doing what you love.


Location: Colchester


Hours: Full-time


Salary: 30,000 - 35,000


Reports to: Head Chef Head of Culinary (Product Development)


Ready to take the next step in your culinary career? Apply now and let's cook up something amazing together.