As a Sous Chef you will collaborate with our culinary team to craft flavourful dishes that nourish both body and mind,
Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you.
Responsibilities
* Assist the Head Chef in all aspects of food preparation, production, and service.
* Ensure the quality and presentation of all dishes meet the company’s standards and client expectations.
* Supervise and train kitchen staff, kitchen assistants, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation procedures.
* Assist in menu planning and development, taking into consideration dietary restrictions, nutritional guidelines, and seasonal ingredients.
* Oversee stock control and ordering to maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing waste.
* Collaborate with the catering team to execute special events, themed dinners, and other culinary initiatives.
* Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, always following health and safety regulations.
* Support the Head Chef in administrative tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and maintaining records of food costs and inventory.
* Stay updated on industry trends, culinary techniques, and new ingredients to continuously enhance the menu offerings and overall dining experience.
* Foster a positive working environment by demonstrating leadership qualities, effective communication, and teamwork.
Qualifications
* Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices.
* Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure in a high-volume kitchen environment.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Flexibility to work evenings, and holidays as required.
* Fun and enthusiastic.
* Excellent organization skills.
* Team player, enjoying succeeding as a team.
* Flexible approach to work.
* As well as having an excellent presentation, organisational and communication skills, you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for food & service and possess bags of enthusiasm.
* Previous experience working in a similar role within a contract catering company or educational institution preferred.
Benefits
* 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
* Plus your birthday off
* Free meals on shift
* Bespoke training and development opportunities
* Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
* Pension and life insurance
* Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
* Wellbeing hub
* Access to employee assistance programme
* 20 days holiday
* Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
* Free meals whilst at work
* Career development opportunities
* HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
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