Great food in the workplace isn’t simply about fuel.
It’s about increasing productivity and improving performance; it’s about happy, motivated people and inspiring environments. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do – we live to bring food and people together. 

We are brave, bold and curious adventurers in food and drink. Never shy of being different, always challenging the conventional. 

Our passionate team of chefs, baristas, servers, nutritionists and much more, love nothing more than creating memorable moments that enrich the everyday. Come and join our award-winning teams – we are currently recruiting for a Sous Chef to join our team.

Location: OL10 2TN

Rate of Pay: £16.00 per hour

Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday, 6:00-14:00 40 hours per week (May need to cover nights & weekends in emergencies as this is a 24/7 Distribution Centre) 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
  • Lead, coach, and develop the kitchen team to maintain high standards.
  • Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and service delivery.
  • Manage stock, ordering, and food cost control while minimising waste.
  • Maintain compliance with food safety, health & safety, and due diligence procedures.
  • Assist with menu development and seasonal menu planning.
  • Oversee kitchen operations and service in the Head Chef's absence.
  • Monitor labour costs and support effective rota management.
  • Maintain a clean, organised, and well-maintained kitchen environment.
  • Support the delivery of hospitality, events, and special functions as required.

What's in it for you?  

Working with Gather & Gather has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.  

  • Personal Development and Training opportunities 
  • Life assurance scheme 
  • Pension scheme 
  • Holiday allowance 
  • A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance 
  • Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
  • Family friendly support 
  • A holiday purchase scheme 
  • Regular social events and communication with our leaders 
  • Volunteering days 
  • Recognition schemes and people awards
  • Long service awards 
  • Access to some great high street discount vouchers 

Where you’ll be working from

Heywood

United Kingdom

OL10 2TN

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Job Reference: compass/TP/2942152/224626