Job Introduction
Role | Junior Sous Chef |
Department: | Members Dining Room – Culinary Team |
Reporting to: | Head Chef – Members, Senior Sous Chef - Members |
In liaison with: | Members Dining Room General Manager and Head Chef |
Direct reports: | To deputise for the Head Chef & Senior sous chef, overseeing the kitchen team in their absence including CDPs, Commis Chefs, Apprentices and Kitchen Porters. |
Hours: | Full-time as per the Terms & Conditions of Employment |
Location: | The All England Lawn Tennis Club, Church Road, Wimbledon |
£42,000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.
We're looking for...
As a Junior Sous Chef you will be working as part of the Members Dining Room Culinary Team, the purpose of the role is to prepare, cook and present food to the highest standards in a clean, tidy, safe and pleasant environment. To assist the Members Dining Room Head Chef of the day to day running of the business. To deputise for the Head Chef in his/her absence.
We are Levy
We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet.Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and ExCeL London we bring experiences to life with passion and precision.
Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities.
We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations.
About Wimbledon
The All-England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) is one of the world’s most iconic sporting locations serving as a private Members Club during 50 weeks of the year and for two weeks, hosting The Championships – the world’s premier grass court tennis tournament.
Responsibilities
- To supervise the preparation and cooking of sufficient food to provide the agreed amount of customer choice with minimum wastage
- To ensure all food preparation is carried out in accordance with food hygiene procedures by following the recipe card to maintain correct and up-to-date allergen information
- To ensure food is prepared to required standards checking for taste, presentation and quality
- To ensure food is served promptly and work is carried out quickly and efficiently to keep up when busy
- To ensure all food sent out is correctly garnished
- To ensure portion control, preparation and storage methods avoid wastage, stock rotation and keep down costs
- To assist in completion of relevant paperwork reproduction and wastage sheets, cleaning records etc
- To ensure the kitchen and service area are clean, tidy and attractive during service
- Carry out accurate weekly stock takes and manage purchasing
- Ensure all ordering is carried out using nominated suppliers, stock is maintained at appropriate levels
- To assist in the planning of menus ensuring that they achieve and maintain the budgeted food costs
- To assist in creating new seasonal recipes and specs for both The Members’ Dining Room and Club Room
- Manage & lead the kitchen team with support from the Head Chef
- Train new starter as well as existing members of staff to deliver daily menu (both kitchen and frontline staffs)
- To lead and deputise in the absence of the Head Chef both within the Dining Room and Club Room
- Understanding of all operational procedures – rotas, using source efficiently, FoodBuy, purchase & delivery log procedure.
Health & Safety
- To maintain Compass Food Safety procedure and carry out all relevant H&S, Food Safety, Environmental paperwork (daily/weekly/monthly)
- Complete the One Compass Welcome prior to the commencement of employment.
- Receive, read and understand the contents of the Employee Guide to Working with Compass
- Taking reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by what you do or what they fail to do.
- Implement all relevant HSE procedures within the unit and review them as appropriate.
- Ensure that all HSE incidents are correctly reported and investigated with relevant reviews of work procedures.
- Ensure that all appropriate HSE information, instruction, training and supervision is provided to all employees within your control to enable them to carry out their work safely and effectively.
- Maintain up to date training records for all employees under your control.
- Consult with employees under your control, other contractors sharing the site and Clients on HSE matters.
- Report HSE issues beyond your control to the Head Chef of the Wingfield Café & Staff Restaurant
- Implement the requirements of HSE campaigns that are initiated to improve HSE performance.
Person Specification
- City & Guilds 706/1, 2 or NVQ Level 2 or similar qualification
- Demonstrate innovation and strategic direction in food planning and menu development
- Passion about food and customer service
- Knowledge of working to a budget and achieving GP
- Food Hygiene L2 experience
- Experience in a similar environment desirable
- High standards and quality driven
- A ‘can do’ attitude is essential
Equipment Requirements:
- Chefs cooking aides – Knives etc
Benefits and Remuneration:
- 5 in 7 day working week
- Uniform provided
- Meals on Duty
- Flexible hours
- Pension Scheme
- Close to local Transport (Bus, Tube, Overground)
- Progression and development plans
- Compass "Perks at work" scheme
Food & Drink at Wimbledon is part of Levy UK + Ireland, the sports and hospitality sector of Compass Group UK and Ireland. It is the market leader in the provision of legendary food and drink experiences at some of the UK’s most significant sporting, arena, and leisure venues.
Through strong client partnerships, Levy UK + Ireland creates bespoke food concepts, service standards and pioneering design, implementing a guest-first approach and ongoing innovation at each venue. With a company-wide passion for food, Levy UK + Ireland creates menus and food experiences that feature fantastic seasonal dishes, with a strong focus on British ingredients.
As well as providing tailor-made concepts for its clients, Levy UK + Ireland also delivers corporate hospitality, event catering, venue sourcing and support services, through its portfolio of businesses. These include Keith Prowse, Payne and Gunter, and Lime Venue Portfolio.
Why Join Us?
Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality.
We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive.
Together, we create unforgettable experiences and shape the future of hospitality.
- Medicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)
- Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
- Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
- Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema tickets
- Health & Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)
- Travel discounts - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia
- Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
- Meals on duty
- Vodaphone discounts
- Pension scheme and Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- 23 days + BH's and additional day off for your birthday
- 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back
- Competitive and supportive family benefits
- Day off for baby's first birthday
- Holiday purchase scheme
- On-going training & development and career pathways
- Professional subscriptions paid
- Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products
As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.
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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!