Junior Sous chef
40 hours per week
Predominantly Monday to Friday
Uniform provided
Parking available
Great work/ life balance.
~28 Days holiday including bank holidays.
~ Plus your birthday off.
~24 weeks' enhanced maternity leave.
~ Free meals on shift.
~ Bespoke training and development opportunities.
~ Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels.
~ Company events and masterclasses supported by our chef patrons.
~ Pension and life insurance.
~ Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema.
~ Wellbeing hub.
~ Access to employee assistance programme.
~ Cycle to work scheme.
~ Free parking.
~ Employee discount scheme.
Work-Life Balance : With us, you'll have the freedom to live your life outside the kitchen, ensuring you stay inspired and energized.
# Creative Freedom : Fantastic Benefits : We value our team and show it through excellent benefits, including competitive salaries, comprehensive health plans, and opportunities for professional development. Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius who wants to cook amazing food?
Are you craving a change from the high-pressure restaurant and hotel scene and looking for a better work-life balance?
At BaxterStorey, we offer the perfect opportunity to transform your culinary career. Say goodbye to the relentless grind and hello to a creative and fulfilled lifestyle where your ideas takes centre stage!
At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent, and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, that's why invest in you to develop your professional growth.
As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.
If you are a passionate Junior Sous Chef keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you!
Food Preparation - prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head/sous chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times
• Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to maintain consistency and high-quality standards.
• Monitor and maintain food inventory levels, ensuring freshness and minimising waste.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Train, mentor, and motivate team members, promoting skill development and career growth.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and address any areas of improvement or training needs.
• Collaborate with the Senior Sous Chef to schedule shifts, manage labour costs, and maintain adequate staffing levels.
• Assist in coordinating and executing daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, production, and service.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop and implement standardized processes and procedures.
• Monitor and control food costs through effective inventory management and portion control.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to create seasonal menus, incorporating fresh and locally sourced ingredients.
• Contribute to the development of new recipes, paying attention to food trends and client's preferences.
• Assist in planning and executing special events, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the front-of-house staff to ensure seamless coordination between the kitchen and dining areas.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that's an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.
We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.
Join us, and be part of the food revolution!
Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.
We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.
BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce.
And to support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ED&I (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) ambition to 'set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality'
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