Sous Chef

Sous Chef

Location: Diageo, Banbeath, Leven, Fife, KY8 5HD

Salary: £16.15 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Join us as a Sous Chef at our prestigious Diageo Leven site and bring your passion for food to a global company that puts people first. This is an exciting opportunity to make your mark in a fast‑paced, quality‑driven kitchen, working alongside an experienced Head Chef and being part of a supportive and professional team. Whether you're looking to grow into a future Head Chef role or bring your existing leadership skills into a new environment, we’d love to hear from you.

• Support and deputise for the Head Chef, leading the kitchen in their absence
• Assist in planning and delivering a consistent, high‑quality food offer
• Ensure food safety and allergen standards are met and maintained
• Provide mentoring and direction to junior kitchen staff
• Contribute to menu planning, stock control, and kitchen efficiency
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie
• Trained to Sous Chef level or above
• Strong leadership skills and a hands‑on approach
• High standards of food preparation and presentation
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene and safety procedures
• Desirable qualifications: NVQ, SVQ in professional cookery, City & Guilds or diploma

• 33.5 hours per week contract
• Monday to Friday working pattern with flexibility
• £16.15 per hour
• On‑site free parking
• Sodexo employee benefits package – including discounts and wellbeing support

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As one of the world’s largest employers, we’re proud to offer quality of life services that make a meaningful difference. We believe in the difference a day makes. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater.