Sous Chef

Sous Chef

Contract: Government

Location: Milton Keynes, MK19 7BH

Hours of work: 40 - Monday - Friday (06:30 - 15:00)

Contract Type: Permanent

We are seeking a Sous Chef to support the day-to-day operation of a busy Restaurant and Deli Bar within a Business & Industry catering environment.

This is a breakfast and lunch operation, Monday to Friday, working as part of a close-knit kitchen team of four, including a Head Chef, Sous Chef, part-time Commis and Kitchen Porter.

Job Description

We are looking for a Sous Chef who is confident in running the kitchen during the Head Chef’s annual leave and supporting the continued growth and profitability of the business.

The role is hands-on and requires strong organisational skills, leadership ability and a commitment to high food and service standards within a limited hospitality offer.

Key Responsibilities

• Organise and control all aspects of the kitchen with a focus on strategic planning, growth and profitability
• Supervise and control meal production within agreed budgetary guidelines
• Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen including food ordering, deliveries, production and service
• Ensure all company, client and statutory health & safety regulations are fully adhered to
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene, kitchen cleanliness and food safety at all times
• Ensure the highest quality of food production and service standards are consistently delivered
• Plan, coordinate, order and produce all food requirements in line with company recipes and production plans
• Build and maintain positive client relationships and support the development of the business in line with high street trends

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and allergen controls
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Experience supporting stock control, ordering and cost management
• Confident communicator with both kitchen teams and clients
• Flexible and adaptable approach within a fast-paced catering environment
• Ability to work calmly under pressure while maintaining standards
• Supportive leadership style with a hands-on approach

The Company

ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.

Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.

We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger,

#aplacetobeyou,

#facilitiesmanagement

ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.

ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.

We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers.

We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.

Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.

If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com