Job Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and skilled Sous Chef to join our friendly team. As a Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen staff to prepare fresh and high-quality meals, ensure food safety standards are meet, and help maintain an efficient and organised kitchen.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and food production.
• Ensure every dishes cooked has an allergen contents matrix filled in.
• Assist in creating new menus and suggest innovative dishes.
• Deliver a consistent quality food service.
• Prepare and cook food according to daily and weekly menus, maintain high quality standards, and portion control guidelines.
• Ensure all regulatory temperature checks are recorded (Food alert system) in liaison with Head Chef. Adhere to all food safety regulations.
• Ensure stock levels are kept to adequate quantity and carry out monthly stock take.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment are properly maintained and functioning optimally.
• Maintain a positive work environment that encourages teamwork and professional development.
Requirements:
• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a similar hospitality role.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen techniques and food safety standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective interaction with team members and Front of house team.
• Flexible and able to work evenings and weekends, when necessary.
The successful candidate will:
• Have a passion for culinary food and creativity in the kitchen.
• Assist Head Chef in ensuring all food production meet the high standards required by the business.
• Assist Head Chef in timely production of breakfast, hot lunches, salad bar, cakes etc, for the Blue Café Bar and delegates.
• Hold NVQ3 or City & Guilds 2/3 Catering qualification.
• Food Safety certification and knowledge of health & safety regulations.
Why Join Us?
• Competitive salary and Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• On site parking
• Sick pay
Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
This role is predominantly Monday to Friday, however there will be requirements to work occasional evenings and weekends (depending on corporate bookings) therefore a degree of flexibility will be required during these periods.
If you are a passionate and dedicated culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you
