Sous Chef

Job DescriptionLocation: Luton, LU1 3PGHours of work: 37.5Contract Type: PermanentThe Sous Chef will play a key role in organising and overseeing all aspects of food production, with a strong focus on strategic planning to drive growth and profitability.This is a rare opportunity to join one of ISSs largest Defence contracts, working within a dynamic and high-profile environment.Job DescriptionThe role involves supervising and controlling meal production in line with budgetary requirements, while ensuring full compliance with client expectations, company policies, and statutory regulations.This is a significant operation encompassing a busy staff restaurant, a coffee shop, and regular hospitality services.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport all kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef/Chef ManagerMaintain food costs within budgetEnsure full compliance with company HSEQ policies and proceduresDeliver excellent customer service and uphold service standardsImplement company marketing and promotional activitiesControl and monitor food waste levelsReport equipment issues and adapt to maintain uninterrupted food serviceProfessional and Personal Competencies/QualificationsExperience in contract cateringAbility to manage and lead a teamExperience in hospitality and staff restaurant environmentsUK The CompanyISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether its hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlaceISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK governments Disability Confident scheme.Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing [email protected] you are interested in learning about other opportunities at ISS, please join our Talent community by clicking on the following link: TalentPlace

Created: 2025-07-03