_Job description - Sous Chef_
_Sous Chef required for leading gastro food led pub in the heart of leafy Lytham._
_We have a fabulous restaurant which has been open since 2017. In that time we have established ourselves as one of the go to places in Lytham and the local area._
_We have a strong team which enables a good work life balance._
_You will have support and training from our head chef but will have responsibilities to deliver the following:_
_• Successful running of the kitchen_
_• Hygiene, health & safety and food safety compliance,_
_• Food stock control / ordering - ensuring food cost controls are adhered to._
_• You will enjoy a busy, hands on role assisting the Executive Chef with managing the kitchen._
_• You will lead from the front to motivate and develop your team_
_• Will be passionate about food quality and standards within the business._
_About You_
_• Previous experience in a premium fresh food business_
_• Excellent cooking skills with the ability to remain calm under pressure_
_• Essential that you have fresh food experience and able to create specials_
_• A passion for food and delivering great food quality_
_• Leadership qualities with the enthusiasm and charisma to motive your team_
_• Strict adherence to food hygiene and health & safety regulations_
_• Experience in calculating and managing food budget controls including calculation of gross profit percentages and food costings of meus_
_• Excellent communication skills_
_• Enthusiastic, strong work ethic and hunger to learn_
_Job Duties:_
_• Supporting the Head Chef in monitoring and maintaining consistent food standards during all stages of production and service_
_• Supporting the Executive Chef to ensure quality control and hygiene systems are achieved_
_• Purchasing all food and related products using company nominated suppliers (when required)_
_• Supporting the Executive Chef in achieving food budget cost controls, ensuring minimum waste and continually developing menus _
_• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner_
_• Follow recipes and presentation specifications_
_• Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently_
_• Maintain a clean working station whilst adhering to health & safety standards_
_• Assist with the cleaning and organisation of kitchen and equipment_
_• Restock items as needed throughout the shift_
_• Adhere to all food hygiene & safety standards_
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Work Location: In person