Senior Sous Chef
Senior Sous Chef at The Fendale Group in Battersea, on Only Chefs.
- Employer: The Fendale Group
- Location: Battersea, London Borough of Wandsworth, England
- Salary: £40,000 – £44,976
- Contract: Full Time
- Closes: 2026-10-23
About the role
T H E F E N D A L E G R O U P
One team. One standard. One shared future.
SENIOR SOUS CHEF
We are a catering events business that incorporates several different brands within it. The Fendale Group comprises of Caiger & Co, Spoilt for Choice, Archies and The Pie Man. We deliver a diverse range of events, from private weddings, bespoke dinner parties for high end corporate clients to workplace catering and more cost-conscious options. Our Chelsea shop has served the community for over 40 years, offering a unique perspective on all aspects of the catering industry
About You
You are an adaptable, highly skilled Senior Sous Chef, who has held a similar position for at least a year. Working directly alongside our Head Chef, you act as second-in-command to drive prep, production, dish execution, and team management across our off-site events and corporate catering portfolios.
Key Responsibilities
- Setting the tone in the kitchen. You’ll lead by example, stay calm when things get busy, and help create a kitchen where people work hard, communicate well and support each other
- Keeping food safe and the kitchen organised. You’ll make sure our food safety, allergen, cleaning and temperature checks are done properly, both at our kitchen and at events.
- Making sure every dish is right. You’ll oversee prep, portions and presentation so that the food we serve looks and tastes as it should. You’ll also help the team stay on top of labelling, stock rotation, event packing and waste.
- Helping the team grow. You’ll coach junior chefs and help freelance chefs settle in quickly, sharing your skills and giving clear, constructive feedback.
- Taking the lead at events. You’ll help run the kitchen on site, keep everyone clear on the plan and make sure food goes out smoothly and to the standard our clients expect.
- Spotting problems early. If something isn’t quite right, you’ll work with the team to fix it before it reaches the guest.
Working Hours
• Workdays: Monday to Friday. 8am - 5pm Occasional weekends
What We Are Looking For
- Experience: 2+ years as a Senior or Sous Chef in high-volume events catering, boutique hospitality, or fast-paced fresh food environments.
- Technical Skill: Strong modern British cooking techniques, understanding of seasonal menus, and confidence handling large-scale catering assembly.
- Certifications: Food Hygiene Level 2 or Level 3 (Level 3 preferred). A valid driver’s license is a plus for event setup support.
- Mindset: Calm under pressure, highly organised, solution-oriented, and aligned with our B-Corp equity and sustainability pledge.
Benefits
- Salary range: £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
- Daily fresh lunches prepared by our chef team
- Comprehensive coaching, training, and mental health support
- Long-term career development and group progression opportunities
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Supplier trips
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