Overview
We are seeking a skilled and passionate Sous chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food preparation and cooking, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety and quality. As a Sous chef, you will play a vital role in the kitchen, ensuring that meals are prepared efficiently and to the highest standard for our guests.
You will be trained on all sections of the kitchen and will manage the kitchen in the head chefs absense. We are a independently owned pub which gives us freedom to regularly change our menus and run daily specials. This will ensure you are learning new styles and techniques to help you develop quickly and continue to learn. Were very happy for you to come up with ideas and put your own dishes on the menu once discussed with the head chef. We also do fish nights, fine dining dinners, BBQ nights in which we would also love you to input ideas for these too.
We have continued to gain a loyal local following and continue to get consistent 5 star reviews which is testiment to the quality of food that is produced. We are a very friendly, relaxed, fun loving tight nit team, both kitchen and front of house. This along with a very hardworking & supportive owner will all ensure you very quickly feel one of the team!
We also pay fortnightly which we find to be favourable amongst our staff.
Duties
- Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards.
- Ensure all food is prepared in compliance with food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
- Food preparation, managing your own section and advising head chef of any produce needing to be ordered.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area, including workstations and equipment.
- Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely service during busy periods.
- Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and write own prep lists for the following day
- Participate in training new kitchen staff as required.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a kitchen environment is essential; restaurant experience is highly desirable.
- Strong culinary skills with a focus on food preparation and cooking techniques.
- Knowledge of food safety practices and regulations.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- A passion for cooking and creating high-quality dishes.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends as needed. If you are enthusiastic about cooking and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join own team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bristol BS30 6LY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Chef: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
