Lichfield
Sous Chef Location: DMS Whittington Business Area: ESS - Defence, Marine & Aerospace (DMA) Reporting to: Head Chef / Catering & Accommodation Manager About the Role We are looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to support the culinary operation at DMS Whittington. This is a hands on leadership role where you will assist in managing the kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and service are consistently delivered. You will play a key part in menu delivery, food production, compliance, and the ongoing development of a skilled and motivated kitchen brigade. Working as part of a team of 12, supporting service delivery for 120-250 covers per service. Key Responsibilities • Support the Head Chef in planning, preparing and delivering meals to agreed standards and service times, • Lead and supervise kitchen teams during shifts, ensuring smooth and efficient operations, • Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and portion control, • Ensure full compliance with Food Safety, Health & Safety, allergen, and hygiene standards, • Assist with stock control, ordering, waste management, and cost control, • Train, coach, and develop junior kitchen staff, • Deputise for the Head Chef when require...