Sous Chef - Permanent Opportunity Job DescriptionAre you a driven and experienced Sous Chef ready to step into a key leadership role?We're looking for a passionate, hands-on culinary professional to support the smooth and successful running of a busy, high-volume kitchen operation. In this role, you'll work closely with the Head Chef and wider leadership team to deliver exceptional food, maintain high standards of food safety, and create a positive, high-performing kitchen culture.This is an exciting, fast-paced opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic hospitality environment and is ready to take on greater responsibility. Reporting to the Head Chef, you'll play a critical role in operational delivery, people development, and maintaining high standards across food quality, cost control, and compliance.This is a permanent, full-time position based in Windsor. What's in it for you?· Salary: £36,000 per annum· Generous annual leave, increasing with service, with option to purchase additional days· Pension scheme and life assurance· Access to a wide range of employee benefits including discounts, health cash plans, cycle to work scheme, and wellbeing support· Opportunities to attend internal food events and develop your culinary skills Key Responsibilities· Oversee daily food production across all services, ensuring consistency and quality· Prepare and present dishes in line with agreed recipes and standards· Manage ordering, stock control, and kitchen administration· Drive high levels of customer satisfaction through food quality and efficiency· Deputise for the Head Chef when required· Support financial controls, cost management, and waste reduction· Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff· Contribute to menu development and innovation· Ensure compliance with HACCP, food hygiene, and Health &amp; Safety standards· Act as a role model within the kitchen team Key Requirements· Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety standards· Proven ability to lead and motivate a team· Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills· Passion for food and delivering high standardsPrevious experience at Sous Chef or Head Chef levelBlue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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