Gaucho are looking for an experienced and passionate Junior Sous Chef to join one of our restaurants! You will need to be experienced in working as a Junior Sous Chef in a fresh food kitchen, and be extremely passionate about food. Our Junior Sous Chef will have experience managing a team, running the kitchen and working in a fast-paced environment. They must be able to deliver high quality dishes following a spec, and have a genuine passion for cooking. Key Responsibilities o0f the Junior Sous Chef • To possess strong operational and leadership skills with regard to both knowledge and operation. • To ensure daily, weekly and monthly cleaning duties are carried out as instructed by senior chefs. • To help and maintain a maximum yield in the kitchen in relation to the gross profit and wastage • To undertake dealings with suppliers and commercial partners of the business with regard to kitchen operations set and agreed by the Head Chef & Senior Sous Chef. • To check all inbound food deliveries to ensure consistency and quality of all items delivered for the kitchen operation. • To assist the Head Chef with specials planning, costing, daily GP% financial sheets, payroll and all operations of the kitchen. • Ensure all health and safety practices are followed, and participate in controlling stock and portion control. Requirements for Gaucho Junior Sous Chef • Have worked as a Junior Sous Chef in a high-pressure kitchen environment • Will have a passion for fresh produce • Be able to effectively run a kitchen • Be organised and able to communicate effectively with a team. Training and benefits • 50% off your bill at all Gaucho and M Restaurants • Industry Apprenticeship opportunities, cycle to work scheme and access to our employee discounts platform • Ongoing training with the Executive Chef and Group Head Griller • Career development and progression