We are excited to be recruiting for a Casual Sous Chef at our premium workplace restaurant in Leeds city centre, right next to the train station. This role presents a fantastic opportunity for a talented chef to showcase their skills in a fresh, forward-thinking environment.

The Core hours for this casual role are Monday to Friday, between 7:00am – 3:30pm as needed, however a certain degree of flexibility will be required to support hospitality events, which may occasionally take place during evenings or weekends. Day-to-day the kitchen caters for around 150 people, plus hospitality.

This is an ideal role for a chef who is confident working independently, passionate about fresh food, and eager to contribute to an evolving, high-quality food offer in a supportive and collaborative environment. You’ll also enjoy a freshly prepared meal while on shift, made by the in-house team.

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.

Our culture unites us. We stand for craft, quality, creative freedom, forward thinking and integrity. We never compromise on our commitment to fresh, seasonal produce and the fantastic people that make it all happen! 

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Be responsible for leading a section of the kitchen, delivering top quality dishes to a high standard.
• 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

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.