Wilson Vale
Sous Chef
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Sous Chef Opportunity in Solihull
We are currently recruiting for a Sous Chef to join our team at one of our workplace restaurants in Solihull B90 4SS.
About Us
Wilson Vale is an established, quality-led contract caterer. We work with amazing clients across the UK who place huge value on great food as a key part of their culture and community. We work in office restaurants, independent schools, and at conference venues with the same high-end ethos throughout.
Position Overview
This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 7:00am to 3:30pm.
We're looking for a passionate and creative Sous Chef to work alongside our Chef Manager in delivering an exciting, high-quality fresh food offer to around 200 customers every day. With free meals driving a busy service, you'll play a key role in producing everything from vibrant Ottolenghi-style salad bars and street food-inspired hot dishes to deli selections, hospitality buffets, and occasional fine dining. Innovation is at the heart of this role, so we're looking for someone who loves fresh ingredients, embraces new food trends, and enjoys bringing fresh ideas to the menu every day.
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Skills and Experience
- Be responsible for the daily operation of the kitchen and the preparation and cooking of all types of dishes.
- Be responsible, dedicated, and a strong leader with the ability to manage a team of six.
- Be able to train and develop your team supportively and professionally.
- Deliver consistent food standards following the Wilson Vale brand standards.
- Deliver fresh, seasonal, and innovative food from around the world.
- Be able to interact and engage with people while the food is being served.
Wilson Vale Perks
- Our working hours are some of the best you'll find in catering - we are strong believers in work-life balance.
- Our working environment is fun and inspiring, with excellent career development opportunities.
- Craft Works - Free craft-focused career development training programme.
- Paid training bespoke to you.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - your wellbeing is very important to us.
- Online employee benefits scheme - monetary savings on everyday items!
- Your Birthday off every year after 1 year’s service.
- Enhanced Maternity Pay.
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Equal Opportunities
Wilson Vale is an equal opportunities employer that strives to create an inclusive working environment for all. We are committed to supporting our people and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. From each and every person in our catering teams, to our operations and central support teams - everyone at Wilson Vale has a voice.
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