Sous Chef

Job Description

• Location: Twycross Zoo
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• Contract: Full-Time, Permanent, 40 hours per week, 5 days

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• Are you an experienced Sous Chef looking for an

exciting opportunity to work in a busy, multi-site visitor attraction? RA

Venues is seeking a hands-on, proactive Sous Chef to support food production

and service across a variety of high-volume catering outlets at Twycross Zoo.

This is a fantastic role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment

and enjoys variety in their work.

About the Role

As Sous Chef at Twycross Zoo, you will support the

Head Chef in overseeing kitchen operations across the attraction’s multiple

food outlets and events. You will lead the kitchen team, ensuring high-quality

food production, excellent service, and adherence to all health, safety, and

food hygiene standards.

Key aspects of the role include managing food

preparation, allergen compliance, stock control, deliveries, and team

leadership. You will also assist with food management systems, helping to

ensure operational efficiency and consistency across all areas.

This is a hands-on role requiring flexibility, strong

organisational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a busy,

multi-function environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Production & Service: Prepare, cook, and assist in serving high-quality dishes across multiple high-volume retail and catering sites
• Health & Safety & Food Safety: Maintain compliance with all food hygiene, allergen, and health & safety standards
• Team Leadership: Lead and motivate a small kitchen team, including rota management and on-the-job training
• Stock & Ordering: Manage ordering, deliveries, and stock control to ensure efficient operations
• Food Management Systems: Support accurate recording and reporting using food management software and processes
• Event Support: Deliver catering for events across the site, maintaining high standards under pressure