Who are we? Dnata is one of the world’s largest air and travel services providers. We provide a comprehensive range of inflight catering, onboard retail, supply chain and logistics services at all major and regional airports across the UK.

Dnata Catering provide expertly crafted inflight catering services, delivering fresh and high-quality meals at major and regional airports across the UK. As the leading Halal caterer in the UK, we also provide tailored experiences to meet each customer’s unique needs. We’re a leader in VIP catering, offering bespoke inflight to private and charter clients.

The Role To support the Head Chef in the effective management of all kitchen operations within a high-volume catering environment. The Senior Sous Chef is responsible for ensuring food quality, operational efficiency, team leadership, and full compliance with company, legal, Food Safety, and Health & Safety standards. In the absence of the Head Chef, the Senior Sous Chef will assume full operational responsibility for the kitchen and maintain overall accountability for performance, compliance, and team management.

Requirements

are met • Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and best practice Financial & Cost Control • Support cost management, including labour control, stock management, and waste minimisation • Ensure food production operates within agreed cost parameters • Monitor stock usage and support effective ordering procedures Deputising for Head Chef • Assume full responsibility for the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef • Maintain operational continuity and decision-making authority • Ensure all standards, KPIs, and compliance

are upheld City and Guilds or BTEC in professional cookery 2 years’ experience cooking in a professional environment Computer literate Ability to communicate with those at all levels Attention to detail and accuracy A thorough understanding of health and safety regulations Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Basic Health and Safety Certificate A methodical and logical approach to work What's in it for you? An opportunity to be part of the Emirates global family. Free breakfast, lunch and dinner on site Free tea and coffee Simply health Plan Refer a Friend Scheme Discounted gym membership at over 2000 gyms nationwide Cycle to Work Scheme Opportunity to enhance your learning through our inhouse apprenticeship programme If you're invited to interview, please let us know if there are any adjustments we can make to ensure you're cleared for take-off and able to perform at your best.

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