Sous Chef

Sous / Pastry Chef - £16.77 per hour | Uxbridge | Monday to Friday | 40 hours per weekAre you a highly skilled and creative Sous / Pastry Chef looking to make your mark at a brand-new, high-profile contract catering site? Join us at a prestigious global headquarters in Uxbridge and lead the creation of an elevated pastry and dessert offering that blends fine dining finesse with modern patisserie artistry.OverviewAs Sous / Pastry Chef, you will be a key member of the kitchen leadership team, supporting the Head Chef in overall kitchen operations while taking full ownership of the pastry and dessert section. You will develop and lead a dedicated patisserie counter that will become a standout feature of the restaurant and hospitality experience.ResponsibilitiesDesign and deliver a refined, seasonal pastry and dessert menu for plated service and the patisserie counterLead the setup and mobilisation of the pastry section, including equipment, layout, and supplier sourcingEnsure the highest standards of taste, texture, and presentation in all pastry itemsSupport the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations and service deliveryLead pastry production for restaurant service, hospitality events, and bespoke client experiencesMaintain consistency and quality across all pastry and dessert offeringsMentor and train junior pastry chefs and kitchen staffFoster a culture of creativity, precision, and pride in craftsmanshipBring theatre and creativity to the patisserie counter with visually stunning and interactive elementsStay ahead of trends in modern patisserie, incorporating new techniques and ingredientsEngage with guests and clients to showcase the pastry offering and enhance the dining experienceUphold the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and allergen managementEnsure compliance with all health and safety regulations and internal policiesIdeal CandidateProven experience as a Sous Chef or Pastry Chef in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or premium contract cateringExpertise in modern pastry techniques, plated desserts, and patisserie productionExperience in new site openings or kitchen mobilisation is highly desirableStrong leadership, creativity, and meticulous attention to detailPassionate about innovation, sustainability, and delivering exceptional guest experiencesIf you\'re ready to lead a unique and creative pastry journey in a prestigious new site in Uxbridge, we want to hear from youBenefitsFree mealsOnsite free car parkingSubsidised gym membershipContributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury\'s, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesAbout UsRestaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.Job Reference: com/1609/67853001/52762990/SU #RA GroupCompass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength #J-18808-Ljbffr