Junior Sous Chef - Paddington

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Junior Sous Chef - Paddington

Up to £35.000 per annum (depending on experience)

Monday - Friday 35 hours per week

We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic Junior Sous Chef for our dedicated catering team at Virgin Media 02 in Paddington, producing outstanding food using the finest and freshest ingredients. We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day.

We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

If you are an innovative and creative Chef, passionate about using top quality fresh ingredients, and looking for a role which can offer both work life balance and career development - we want to hear from you!About the role
  • Services: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Vending, Hospitality and a Coffee Shop.
  • Working within a team of 8 with 1 direct report and serving 750 customers on-site.
  • You will be looking after daily hospitality
  • Covering for the head chef during absences.
  • Assisting the head chef in creating, ordering, and compiling weekly menus.
  • Sharing responsibility with the head chef for daily Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards.
  • Upholding the center of excellence in food and customer service.
  • Collaborating with the head chef to manage all kitchen areas and the team, ensuring that standards and service levels are maintained.About You
  • Experience: Candidates should have culinary and hospitality experience, demonstrating expertise and dedication.
  • Creativity: Show an intense passion for cuisine with the ability to innovate, creating remarkable dishes that make a lasting impression on guests.
  • Teamwork: Promote a spirit of cooperation, working alongside other chefs and kitchen staff to ensure a distinguished dining experience.
  • Adaptability: Adapt to the ever-changing culinary landscape, excelling in high-pressure situations and overcoming obstacles with ease.
  • Passion: Display a sincere enthusiasm for the hospitality industry and a relentless ambition to improve and polish your culinary abilities.
  • Professionalism: Maintain a high standard of excellence and professionalism, representing the principles and spirit of Birchwood Park.

About usWe ensure you/'re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • Meal provided while on duty
  • 28 days holiday inc. bank holidays
  • Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products
  • Aviva Digi care – Free annual healthcare check
  • Medicash – Discounted health cash plan providing cash back on a range of medical treatments including Dental, Optical and Consultant appointments for you and your family.
  • Pension scheme and Life Assurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Holiday purchase scheme
  • Sharebuy Scheme
  • Recognition awards including Be a Star peer recognition and Long Service Awards
  • Employee networks created and led by employees for employees
  • Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
  • Entertainment, Health & Wellbeing and Travel discounts
  • Shopping discounts – Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
  • On-going training & development and career pathwaysWe’re people-powered at Eurest It’s an understatement to say that we’re passionate about what we do, which is why we’re committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us – could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting
Compass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We want to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone/'s talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities.

Where our colleagues feel valued, can reach their full potential, and thrive - Diversity is Our Strength!

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