Southern Ayr Limited, based in Ayrshire, Scotland, operates a growing portfolio of cherished local venues, including The Abbotsford Hotel, The Brig, Bridges Bar, Wellingtons Bar, and The Souters Inn. We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences, whether it’s through outstanding dining, live entertainment, or warm hospitality. At Southern Ayr Limited, we value community spirit and strive to represent Ayrshire with pride by investing in our people, partnerships, and places. Our unwavering dedication to quality and memorable experiences defines who we are.
Role Description
As a Junior Sous Chef, you will support the Head and Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations. Your responsibilities will include food preparation, ensuring quality and consistency, managing kitchen inventory, assisting in menu development, and maintaining a clean and safe workspace. You will also mentor junior staff, ensuring high standards are upheld. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Maybole.
Whatyou’llbe doing
* Assistin leading, guidingand encouraging the team
* Running the pass in the absence of the Head Chef
* Uphold the quality of dishes, managing the orders so that each station can efficiently work and deliver
* Create and developseasonal menus that reflect quality and creativity
* Manage kitchen operations including monitoring,controllingand ordering stock
* Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations and protocols
* Closely collaborate with other departmentsto deliver an exceptional experienceto all guests and aim to exceed their expectations
What matters to us
* Show respect and kindnessin how you work with others
* Take accountability for your role,dutiesand the standards you deliver
* Take genuine pride inyour role and what it carries
* Stay calm,focusedand positive under pressure
Whatwe’relooking for
* Proven experienceas a Junior Sous Chef or a strong and experienced Chef dePartieready to take a step up
* Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
* A real passion for food,innovationand quality dishes
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices within the kitchen
* Ability to work well under pressure in afar pacedenvironment
Why you should join us
* Competitive salary plus share oftips
* Staff mealson shift
* Employee discountson food and stays
* Enhanced maternityleaveto support you and your family
* Enhanced bereavementleavewhen it matters most
* Regularstaff socialsand team events
* A supportive, close-knit kitchen where development is encouraged
* The chance to be part of a venue that plays a real role in its local community
Thisjob is more than just an open kitchen vacancy.It is a place where your role contributes to something bigger: creating an unforgettable experience wherepeople canestablishtrue connections in a welcoming environment.
Ifyou’reready to be part of a team that cares about doing things properly,we’dlove to hear from you.
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