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5 Days Out Of 7 | Weekly Rota | Mix of AM & PM Shifts | 40 Hours Per Week

Full Time

Hounslow, England, TW6 2GW

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£37440 per annum
Sous Chef - Air France Premium Lounge, Heathrow Terminal 4£38,000 per annum + Benefits
Join the team behind one of Heathrow’s most prestigious premium lounge experiences.
This is an opportunity to work with quality ingredients, develop your skills and be part of a team delivering exceptional food for Air France guests from around the world.
Working alongside the Head Chef, you’ll help drive a fresh, food-led operation inspired by the very best of French hospitality.
With a dedicated restaurant, excellent kitchen facilities and a premium dining environment, this role offers the chance to take the next step in your career while working with a team that genuinely cares about food.
DBS and Right to Work Checks: Employment in this airside role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening, including verification of the candidate’s right to work in the UK and completion of the relevant Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, where required. Candidates must be able to provide acceptable original documentation and cooperate with airport security vetting, identity verification and any required employment, address or reference history checks. Continued employment may be conditional on maintaining the necessary clearances, passes and eligibility to work in a secure airport environment.What You’ll Do*Support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team.
*Deliver fresh, beautifully presented food.
*Help shape new dishes and menu ideas.
*Inspire and support junior chefs.
*Drive excellent standards and consistency.
*Play a key role in creating a memorable guest experience.
What We’re Looking For*An experienced Sous Chef with a passion for food.
*Strong culinary skills and attention to detail.
*A hands-on team player who leads by example.
*Someone who enjoys developing others.
*Energy, enthusiasm and ambition.
Why Join Us?*£39,000 salary.
*Premium hospitality environment.
*Great kitchen and quality ingredients.
*Career development opportunities within Elior.
*Work with a globally recognised airline brand.
*Pension, life assurance, holiday allowance and free meals on duty.
Ready for Your Next Challenge?Join Elior at the Air France Premium Lounge and help deliver outstanding food and hospitality every day.
What’s on the menu for you…At Elior, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to thrive . That’s why we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, finances and life outside of work.
Here’s a taste of what you can expect when you join us:
*Free meals on shift
*Flexible and part-time working opportunities
*28 days holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years’ service
*Enhanced family, personal and compassionate leave policies
*Paid volunteering days
*Training, development and career progression opportunities
*Pension scheme, life assurance and financial wellbeing support
*Salary Advance, giving you access to a portion of your pay before payday
*A supportive, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive
Plus access to Elior Spark, our enhanced wellbeing platform, offering support for you and your immediate family, including:
*24/7 virtual GP appointments
*Mental health support, counselling and therapy sessions
*Physiotherapy services and second medical opinions
*Online gym and workout programmes
*Legal and financial advice
*Nutrition, fitness and lifestyle guidance
*Meditation and mindfulness resources
*Dedicated wellbeing helplines and expert support whenever you need it
Fancy being part of the recipe?At Elior, over 10,000 colleagues come together every day with one purpose: to enrich lives everywhere, every day.
We’re proud that 87% of our colleagues are proud to work here - and we think that’s because people are given the support, trust and opportunities they need to thrive.
Don’t tick every box? Don’t rule yourself out. We’re looking for people with potential, passion and the right attitude, not just a checklist of experience.
We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know.
Ready to join us? Hit ’Apply Now’ and let’s chat!

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