At Change Hospitality, we are proud to be working in partnership with a leading, high-volume production kitchen operation to recruit an experienced and highly organised Senior Sous Chef.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven culinary professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering consistency, efficiency, and quality at scale. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the Head Chef in overseeing daily operations and ensuring the smooth running of a fast-paced production environment.

The Role
As Senior Sous Chef, you will:

• Support the Head Chef in managing the day-to-day operations of a high-volume production kitchen
• Lead and supervise kitchen teams to deliver consistent, high-quality food at scale
• Oversee food preparation, cooking, and packing processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards
• Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships
• Monitor and control food costs, waste, and labour efficiency
• Train, mentor, and develop junior chefs and kitchen staff
• Ensure all production deadlines and dispatch schedules are consistently met
• Step in to lead the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef within a high-volume or production kitchen
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Solid understanding of food safety and HACCP procedures
• Experience with large-scale batch cooking and production planning
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work a 5 out of 7 rota, including weekends

Desirable Experience

• Background in central production kitchens, contract catering, or food manufacturing
• Familiarity with inventory systems and production planning software
• A passion for process improvement and operational efficiency

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary of £46,500 per annum
• Structured working hours (47.5 hours per week)
• The opportunity to work within a professional, high-performing kitchen environment
• Ongoing career development and progression opportunities

If you are an experienced Senior Sous Chef looking to take the next step within a dynamic, large-scale operation, we would be delighted to hear from you.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Change Hospitality is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and we strive to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our organisation and enhances our ability to deliver excellence.