Sous Chef/Chef Instructor

Description:

Hospitality Department

Sous Chef/Chef Instructor

FTE: (phone number removed) (5.5 hours per week, 36 weeks per year) fixed term until 2nd July 2027

Salary: £3,867.2 to £4,214.67 per annum (pro rata of £32,086.00 to £34,969.00 per annum depending on skills and experience)

Closing date for applications: 11/10/2026

Interviews will take place: W/C 19/10/2026

About the Role

As Sous Chef/Chef Instructor for the college restaurant service, you will lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring the training restaurant is run to high commercial standards while mentoring and supervising students acting as commis chefs. You will maintain exceptional culinary standards, manage menu development, control stock and food safety, and deliver a high-quality dining experience for external and internal clients.

Please note:

* Applicants that have applied within the past 3months, need not apply

* Applicants must have current authorisation to work in the UK, as we do not offer sponsorship.

* You will be asked to provide evidence of your Qualifications before you are invited to interview.

We have some amazing benefits on offer:

* Member of the relevant pension scheme.

* Excellent Annual Leave Entitlements, including Bank Holidays and Christmas Closure

* Discount on Major Retailers via BCoT App

* Free Onsite Parking

* Free On-site Gym

* Nursery, Restaurants, Barbering & Hair & Beauty Discounts

* Season Ticket Loans (restrictions apply)

* Cycle to Work Scheme (restrictions apply)

* Opportunity to complete professional qualifications relevant to your position at no additional cost (restrictions apply)

Wellbeing:

* Wellbeing Day

* Summer Staff Barbeque

* Christmas Staff Luncheon

* 24 hour access to EAP

* Free Annual Flu Jab

About Us:

Established in 1947, Basingstoke College of Technology (BCoT) is a leading further education college located in North Hampshire. We are dedicated to “Building Careers of Tomorrow” by offering a comprehensive range of full and part-time advanced technical qualifications, apprenticeships, higher education, and professional courses.

BCoT is an equal opportunities employer; we welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. We are proud to be rated Ofsted “outstanding” for behaviour and attitudes, personal development and adult learning programmes. Additionally, we hold a ‘strong’ rating in skills, the highest award possible, reflecting our commitment to excellence for both our students and our staff