Sous Chef

Location: Southampton, SO15 0LG
Hours of work: 37.5
Working Pattern: Monday – Friday
Hourly Rate: £15.38 - £16.00

Our client, ISS, is seeking a Sous Chef for their site in Southampton.

Job Overview

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a passionate and driven Sous Chef to develop within a supportive, growth‑focused environment. Working closely with the Chef Manager and a small, dedicated team, the post is based in a modern, well‑equipped kitchen delivering high‑quality food and service to customers.

The staff restaurant has recently undergone an exciting transformation, featuring a refreshed dining space, a Grab & Go offer, and a newly introduced Coffee Bar. The Sous Chef plays a pivotal role in supporting daily operations and ensuring consistently high standards across food preparation and service.

The Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and delivering high‑quality food for breakfast and lunch services
• Supporting the delivery of excellent catering services across the restaurant and hospitality functions
• Ensuring all services run smoothly, efficiently, and to agreed deadlines
• Maintaining excellent hygiene standards across all kitchen and service areas
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, health and safety, and cleanliness standards
• Working collaboratively with the wider on‑site team to deliver an exceptional customer experience
• Supporting operational standards within a modern staff restaurant environment
• Providing cover for the Chef Manager during periods of holiday and sickness

About You

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• NVQ Level 3 (or working towards) or an equivalent professional cookery qualification
• Proven culinary experience in a similar environment
• A genuine passion for producing great‑tasting, high‑quality food
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and food safety standards
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships
• High levels of motivation, reliability, and organisation, with strong timekeeping
• Attention to detail and a commitment to consistently high standards of service
• A positive, supportive, and collaborative approach to teamwork