Senior Sous Chef

Senior Sous Chef - Corporate Site, Bracknell Full-time | 40 hours per week Monday-Friday | 07:00-15:30 Salary: Up to £40,000 per year Job Introduction Are you a passionate and experienced chef ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a talented Senior Sous Chef to join our team at a vibrant corporate site in Bracknell. You'll support the Head Chef in leading a dynamic kitchen operation, delivering fresh, high‑quality food while inspiring the team and maintaining excellent standards. What you'll do * Support the Head Chef in planning, preparing, and presenting high‑quality food that meets client expectations. * Lead and support the kitchen team across all service areas, including retail, deli, café, hospitality, vending, and the main kitchen. * Contribute to menu planning and innovation, creating seasonal and themed offers that meet site requirements and budget targets. * Maintain exemplary food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards, ensuring compliance and supporting the site's 5* EHO rating. * Assist with stock control, ordering, food rotation, and weekly stock checks-ensuring accurate records, minimal waste, and strong cost controls. * Step up to lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, overseeing operations and supporting front-of-house to ensure an excellent customer experience. What you bring * A passionate, creative approach to cooking with strong knowledge of current food trends. * Professional culinary qualification (NVQ Level 3, Diploma, or equivalent). * Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef or Sous Chef in corporate, contract catering, or high‑volume kitchens. * Excellent culinary skills with consistency in quality, presentation, and service. * Strong financial awareness, including food cost management and GP/budget controls. * Level 3 Food Hygiene Certification and good IT skills. What we offer * Mental health & wellbeing support * Employee Assistance Programme * 24/7 virtual GP service & lifestyle rewards * Discounts for you and your family * Financial tools & retirement plan * Cycle to Work scheme * Paid Volunteering Day Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people