We have a fantastic opportunity for a well-trained and talented chef looking for a new challenge. We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef at Perkins Bar & Bistro set in rural Plumtree, just south of Nottingham city centre.
With expansion and considerable investment planned over the coming months, this is a golden opportunity for a talented chef to come on board and build on our excellent reputation and help shape Perkins for the future.
As a long-standing family business, we are proud to look after our team. We are flexible and treat all our team as individuals, offering bespoke career development and payment packages at every stage. With exciting growth plans we can also offer excellent career progression opportunities. Day-to day you can expect great coffee, freshly cooked meals whilst at work, free-parking, discounted meals at our venues for you and your family/ friends, long service awards, an annual management night out with awards, referral bonuses, birthday & Christmas gifts and paid overtime.
We are looking for a kind-hearted, experienced chef with a positive mindset and a real passion for food and outstanding service.
The main functions include:
Being responsible for preparing, cooking and managing the Perkins kitchen
Responsible for managing & developing the kitchen team
Responsible for placing orders, taking in deliveries and ensuring safe & efficient stock holding
Responsible for managing the cleanliness of the kitchen and completing due diligence
Ensuring legal compliance and maintaining a 5* EHO result
Responsible for communicating with the front of house team and other managers
Perkins Bar & Bistro is part of the Perkins Family group of venues which include The Carriage Hall, Escabeche and Baresca.
Reporting to the Head Chef, you will have the opportunity to create and advise on menus. You will also play a key role in producing food and assisting in service at our stunning events space The Carriage Hall which is situated on the same site.
Not only must you be a great chef, but you must also have exceptional organisational skills. The ideal candidate will have a background mix of high-quality restaurant experience in a senior position.
Your CV only tells us so much, so please write a cover letter telling us about yourself and why you feel The Carriage Hall is the place for you.
We look forward to meeting with you!