BM Caterers - Sous Chef
WSH Group · Reading, England, United Kingdom
Sous Chef – BM Caterers
Location: Denham, Middlesex Salary: 30,000 Contract: [Full time / Permanent]
Support the kitchen, inspire the team, deliver great food
We’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef to support our kitchen operation and help deliver exceptional food every day.
This is a brilliant opportunity for a chef who enjoys leading by example, working closely with the Head Chef and bringing creativity, consistency and energy to the kitchen.
What you’ll be doing
- Supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen
- Helping deliver high-quality food within budget and service targets
- Contributing to menu planning and food innovation
- Maintaining food safety, health and safety, COSHH and HACCP standards
- Supporting and guiding junior team members
- Helping manage kitchen organisation and standards
- Stepping up in the Head Chef’s absence when needed
What we’re looking for
- Experience in a similar chef role
- Passion for food and continuous improvement
- Strong organisation and communication skills
- A calm, positive approach under pressure
- Ability to support and develop others
- Strong food safety and kitchen knowledge
Why join BM Caterers?
- An annual day off for your birthday
- Monthly masterclasses with Michelin-starred chefs
- Fully funded development courses from Levels 2 to 7
- Apprenticeship and career development opportunities
- Freedom Friday - a paid day off to volunteer at a charity of your choice
- Free lunch on shift
- Discounts and cashback at a wide range of retail and leisure outlets
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- 24/7 access to the Mental Health Charter App
- Enhanced parental leave
- Paid leave for fertility treatment
- Grandparent leave
- Extra paid day off for your wedding or commitment day
- Pension and life assurance
Ready to join us?
Join us and find your happy career in a happy place.
At BM Caterers, we’re proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you.