We are currently recruiting for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team at one of our conference venues in Birmingham B4 7ET. 

This is a permanent position working 40 hours a week, 5 out of 7 days. You'll work a variety of shifts between the hours of 6am and 11pm. 

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.

We are looking for a positive, honest, and reliable individual to join our friendly and hardworking team. For the right candidate, we offer excellent training and strong opportunities for progression within our team of 9.

We cater for a wide variety of events, including plated breakfasts, buffet lunches, canapé receptions, à la carte menus, and seven-course fine dining experiences.

As our Junior Sous Chef, your responsibilities will include maintaining and enhancing our food offerings, bringing new flavours and technical skills to the kitchen, and taking ownership of your assigned section. You will also be expected to support your colleagues as part of a collaborative “one team, one dream” environment, as well as ensure accurate allergy labelling and record-keeping at all times.

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 brigade of talented chefs.
• 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 years’ service.
• Enhanced Maternity Pay

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 has a voice.