Sous Chef - University Catering

Salary: Up to £42,000
Location: Central London
Hours: 5 days out of 7 | Approximately 70-80% Monday–Friday

Love fresh food and variety, but want more of your weekends back?

I’m recruiting a Sous Chef for a fresh-food university catering operation in Central London. You’ll work across student dining, hospitality, private dining and events, with approximately 70–80% of shifts Monday–Friday

You’ll join a welcoming team that cares about its food. It’s a great opportunity to build your experience across different styles of service and take an active role in running the kitchen.

The Operation

Fresh-food university catering.Student and staff dining.Hospitality, private functions and events.A mix of daily service and more refined menus.

The Role

Support the senior kitchen team with daily operations.Lead preparation and service across different sections.Help develop fresh, seasonal menus.Maintain food quality, presentation and consistency.Support and develop junior chefs.Manage stock, minimise waste and maintain food safety standards.Take responsibility for the kitchen when required.

About You

An experienced Sous Chef or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready to progress.A background in restaurants, hotels, contract catering or education.Confident cooking fresh food across different menus.Organised and comfortable leading a busy service.A positive team member who enjoys supporting other chefs.

Bring your cooking skills to a varied role with a welcoming team and a largely weekday schedule.

Apply today or send your CV to yasmin AT corecruitment DOT com



  • Location: London, Greater London, England
  • Salary: £42k per year + 80% Monday to Friday
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: COREcruitment
  • Posted: 27-Oct-2026
  • Posted on: careers4a.com