BM Caterers - Sous Chef

Sous Chef – BM Caterers

Location: Denham, Middlesex Salary: 30,000 Contract: [Full time / Permanent]

Support the kitchen, inspire the team, deliver great food

We’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef to support our kitchen operation and help deliver exceptional food every day.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a chef who enjoys leading by example, working closely with the Head Chef and bringing creativity, consistency and energy to the kitchen.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Helping deliver high-quality food within budget and service targets
• Contributing to menu planning and food innovation
• Maintaining food safety, health and safety, COSHH and HACCP standards
• Supporting and guiding junior team members
• Helping manage kitchen organisation and standards
• Stepping up in the Head Chef’s absence when needed

What we’re looking for

• Experience in a similar chef role
• Passion for food and continuous improvement
• Strong organisation and communication skills
• A calm, positive approach under pressure
• Ability to support and develop others
• Strong food safety and kitchen knowledge

Why join BM Caterers?

• An annual day off for your birthday
• Monthly masterclasses with Michelin-starred chefs
• Fully funded development courses from Levels 2 to 7
• Apprenticeship and career development opportunities
• Freedom Friday - a paid day off to volunteer at a charity of your choice
• Free lunch on shift
• Discounts and cashback at a wide range of retail and leisure outlets
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• 24/7 access to the Mental Health Charter App
• Enhanced parental leave
• Paid leave for fertility treatment
• Grandparent leave
• Extra paid day off for your wedding or commitment day
• Pension and life assurance

Ready to join us?

Join us and find your happy career in a happy place.

At BM Caterers, we’re proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you.