About the Role

Join Our Team as a Sous Chef/Second Chef with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] at Larkhill Garrison, Larkhill, Wiltshire, SP4 8QT. At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we take pride in delivering exceptional culinary experiences for our armed forces personnel, ensuring they enjoy high-quality meals. As a Sous Chef, you’ll lead a dedicated team, share your expertise, and ensure food and beverage excellence.

• 40 hours per week
• 5 out of 7 per week
• Monday to Friday - Early 05:30-14:00, Late 10:00-18:30 & Saturday & Sunday 09:00-17:30
• £14.61 per hour
• Free Car parking

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What You’ll Do

• Take charge of the kitchen in the absence of senior colleagues, offering guidance and support to the production team.
• Supervise the preparation and duties of commis chefs, chef de parties, and other kitchen staff, ensuring smooth operations.
• Assist in ordering, preparation, stock control, service running, and clean-down duties.
• Maintain strict adherence to Environmental Health Officer (EHO) guidelines and systems.
• Maximise the use of existing stock and demonstrate culinary innovation.
• Collaborate with the Front of House (FOH) team.
• Work alongside your kitchen team on the range, training, guiding, and developing talent.
• Oversee sanitation practices and hygiene standards.
• Prepare, produce, and present food to the highest culinary standards.

What You Bring

• NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Experience in menu planning and production.
• Exposure to bulk cooking and large-scale meal preparation.
• A strong desire to learn and develop new culinary skills.
• A positive, approachable, and team-oriented attitude.

What We Offer

• On-the-job training with experienced professionals
• Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
• Career development opportunities within [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
• A friendly and supportive work environment
• Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, Employee Assistance Programme
• Financial Benefits – Discounts, salary finance support, retirement plan, death-in-service benefit
• Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, development opportunities
• Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering, flexible work, full training, protective uniform

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Key Benefits

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] offers advice and guidance, pension plan, wellbeing support, generous leave, discounts and savings, and virtual GP services.

Location

Larkhill, United Kingdom, SP4 8QT