Company Description
BaxterStorey is a hospitality company with over 20 years of experience creating beautiful spaces, exciting menus, and friendly teams across various locations. We offer a supportive workplace that nurtures talent and encourages professional growth. The role is for a Sous Chef working the evening shift from 1pm to 9pm in Northamptonshire.
Benefits
* 28 days holiday including bank holidays
* Plus your birthday off
* 3 volunteering days
* 3 days grandparent leave
* 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
* Secondary carer leave
* Wedding/commitment day leave
* Free meals on shift
* Bespoke training and development opportunities
* Apprenticeship opportunities for all experience levels
* Pension and life insurance
* Discounts available from the Perkbox app – high street shops, holidays, cinema, etc.
* Wellbeing hub
* Access to employee assistance programme
* Cycle to work scheme
Job Description
* Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head chef; ensure food safety standards are adhered to at all times.
* Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station, maintain cleanliness, and ensure supplies are stocked.
* Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste are considered at all times.
* Team Collaboration – communicate positively and effectively with all team members, support and coach junior chefs for their development.
* Menu Development – collaborate with the head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation.
* Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and your designated area, ensuring equipment is in good working order.
Qualifications
* Proven experience working as a Commis Chef or similar role.
* Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
* Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
* Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
* Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
* Works according to the BaxterStorey core values.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio‑economic backgrounds.
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