Sous Chef - Birmingham

14Forty
Birmingham

Job Details

Sous Chef - Weekdays only!
Location: Rednal, Birmingham
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, shift patterns ranging from 6am to 3pm, flexibility required.
Salary: Up to £15.24 per hour, depending on experience

This role is being recruited for a 1st September start date.

For more information about careers at 14forty and our benefits please visit: Careers at 14forty

Are you ready to bring your culinary talent to the next level in a vibrant kitchen where creativity, collaboration, and excellence are always on the menu?

We’re looking for a passionate Sous Chef who lives and breathes food to join our 14forty team at Compass Group UK & Ireland Head Office in Birmingham. Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, supports their Head Chef with confidence, and brings both skill and flair to every service. This role is perfect for a driven chef ready to help shape exceptional dining experiences while leading by example.

From fuelling early risers with crafted breakfasts to delivering a high‑volume lunchtime offering in a newly refurbished restaurant at the business’ head office, this role offers real variety. You’ll support a skilled brigade of chefs, contribute to menu development, and bring consistency, energy, and attention to detail across busy service periods, hospitality, and events.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the Head Chef in delivering food that’s full of flavour, consistency, and visual appeal across varied service formats, from wholesome grab and go to elegant plated dishes.
  • Stay curious - help shape menus that celebrate quality ingredients and smart nutritional choices.
  • Help foster a positive, high-performing kitchen culture where culinary standards are championed every day.
  • Assist with ordering, stock control, and kitchen organisation to ensure smooth, efficient operations.
  • Maintain best-in-class food hygiene and safety, with presentation that always feels considered.
  • Support training, mentoring, and the development of junior chefs within the brigade.
What you’ll bring to the table
  • A confident Senior Chef de Partie or Sous Chef with experience in quality-focused kitchens.
  • A love for food that’s both nourishing and exciting, think modern techniques, bold flavours, and balanced plates.
  • Strong organisational skills - you know your way around a rota, prep list, and stockroom.
  • Passion for developing others, you lead by example and raise the bar
  • A sharp eye for food safety, consistency, and detail.
  • Knowledge of portioning, food cost and waste control, flavour should be smart as well as satisfying.
Hungry for more?
We also offer exciting culinary pathways for team members who want to level up. With real-time mentoring, hands-on experience, and the chance to earn recognised qualifications, it’s a delicious way to grow your skills while doing what you love.

Job Reference: com/2804/G20201/52455460/BU #14Forty

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!
Posted 2026-04-30

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