NO SPLIT SHIFTS NO LATE NIGHTS NO WEEKENDS On behalf of our Client we are seeking a talented and creative Sous Chef to join their busy staff canteen. High standards of presentation, cleanliness and a great attitude is key to this role as this is a customer facing job. Our client is proud to offer their staff and visitors complimentary Breakfast, Lunch & Afternoon tea, all handmade in their canteen just outside of the City Centre. Key responsibilities include and are not limited to; * Daily baking, and salad preparation for the various lunch shifts, and washing up in accordance with the company break time requirements and schedules. * Creation of menu writing to include dishes for ‘allergy-based products’. * Promote good customer and staff relations. * Achieve and maintain high standards of cleanliness & presentation. * Assist the Catering Manager in ensuring the on-site restaurant is suitably stocked and all dietary requirements of the staff are considered. * In the Catering Managers absence, lead the kitchen and undertake duties such as food ordering, budgeting, and training temp staff as and when required. * Follow recipes in line with allergen awareness. * To report any concerns or issues to the Catering Manager immediately for action e.g. broken equipment. * To respond to complaints and compliments; listen to feedback from visitors or staff and ensure that it is used positively to influence and develop the organisation and its activities. * Keep up with trends and seasonal ingredients, using fresh produce. * To undertake cleaning and ensure all aspects of equipment and production area meet FSA guidelines. * Ensure that all duties are completed in the time provided to a high standard in guidance with Health and Safety and Health and Hygiene. * To undertake other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the position of Sous Chef as required by the Catering Manager. Skills and Attributes * Previous experience in a catering or hospitality environment * Excellent communication and customer care skills, with a customer centred approach to service * Awareness of relevant legislation; Food Hygiene, Health & Safety. Allergen Awareness * Up to date Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to undertake training * Good teamwork skills * Self-motivated, committed and enthusiastic with the ability to work under pressure * A flexible attitude to business requirements and duties This is a permanent role with an immediate start date for the right candidate. The role offers a salary of £27,000 per annum and requires the successful candidate to work 37.5 hours a week (7.00am – 3.00pm Monday to Friday). No split shifts or late nights/ weekends required. Our client offers a wealth of staff benefits, including free parking, free staff canteen, enhanced pension, generous holiday allowance, staff discount, discounted memberships, new parent vouchers…… to name just a few