Blue Arrow Derby is proud to be partnering with an excellent manufacturing & visitor attraction client within the Staffordshire area who are looking to recruit a Sous Chef on a full-time, permanent basis to join their team.
Our client is expanding their much-loved destination café into a 200-cover operation supported by a brand-new, purpose-catering facility within their bustling retail site. This is a pivotal moment in their journey - therefore we are looking for a passionate and driven Sous Chef to play a key role in shaping this exciting new chapter.
Hours: 40 hours per week - working 5 out of 7 days a week (on a 2-week rotation with every other weekend off).
Schedule: 8:30am - 4:30pm with a 4:00pm finish on Sundays.
Salary: £14.21 p/h / £29,558 per annum - with a chance to also earn extra commission.
The Sous Chef will be a vital member of the kitchen team, acting as the Head Chef's right hand and taking on a wide range of responsibilities. From recipe development and food preparation to team supervision and food safety, you will play a key role in delivering an outstanding customer experience.
Responsibilities
* Food Preparation: Follow recipes and prepare dishes to high standards of quality and consistency.
* Supervision: Train, motivate, and lead kitchen staff, ensuring an efficient and happy team.
* Menu Planning: Assist in designing creative, seasonal menus and daily specials.
* Inventory Management: Order supplies, manage stock and control kitchen costs effectively.
* Food Safety & Hygiene: Maintain top-tier cleanliness and safety across all kitchen operations.
* Operational Support: Provide hands‑on support to ensure smooth service.
* Administrative Tasks: Manage paperwork, stock records, and kitchen documentation.
* Culinary Expertise: Demonstrate strong cooking skills and accuracy in food preparation.
* Leadership & Teamwork: Support a positive, collaborative kitchen environment.
* Organisation & Time Management: Ensure efficient planning and compliance with safety regulations.
* Communication: Communicate clearly with both kitchen staff and front‑of‑house teams.
Qualifications
* Previous experience as a Sous Chef is essential.
* Experience working within a café/visitor attraction/restaurant environment is highly desirable.
* Food hygiene level 2 (dated within the last three years) is essential.
* Understanding of food allergens is desirable.
* Creative and innovative approach.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Confident with a good sense of humour.
* Strong organisational and time‑management skills.Calm under pressure.
* Ability to manage workload and priorities.
* Attention to detail.
* Positive, enthusiastic attitude.
* Strong team‑player.
* Multi‑tasking ability.
* Willingness to undertake training.
Why Apply
This is more than just a job - it's a chance to help lead the transition into the new café/kitchen space, support the Head Chef and senior management team with menu development, team direction, and overall kitchen organisation. You will take your lead in the Head Chef's absence to ensure the team is inspired, organised, and ready to deliver exceptional food to our growing number of guests.
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