We have a Sous Chef position available - an ideal opportunity to join a growing and developing team and business.
Supporting the Head Chef and deputising in their absence will be second nature to you along with high standards and a passion for great food. You will currently be a sous chef looking for a new opportunity or you will be a top level CDP with at least a year of solid experience in the role looking to progress to the next level of your career.
This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to join our growing and developing business. We serve traditional pub classics, with a twist and have a great following with locals and visitors alike.
Duties
- Deputising for the Head Chef
- Ensure the prompt and efficient preparation and delivery of all meals in the kitchen
- Ensure all menu items are made the same way each time and to the required standards of the site and company
- Responsible for all allergy procedures in the kitchen, and in the absence of the Head Chef, responsible for overseeing production of allergy dishes.
- Aware of allergy folder, and assists the Head Chef in keeping it updated
- Ensure products only on the approved supplier list are ordered to prevent increased purchase costs
- Ensure all documentation is completed to the required standard on a daily basis
- Ensure kitchen team are actively promoting the company waste management procedure and act on any issues that are identified by either the kitchen or site management
- Ensure dish recipes are being followed and menu items are being created and presented in the way set out
- Ensuring that orders are placed and that deliveries are received, checked and stored correctly
- Keep an active stock rotation system in place at all times
- Inform the head chef of any produce returned to supplier for credit notes
- Ensure that all areas under your control are maintained in a clean, hygienic and safe condition at all times,
- Report any issues to management at your earliest convenience
- Developing junior team members
Skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Strong Leader
- Great organisation skills
- High food hygiene standards
- Clear communication skills
Benefits
- Loyalty Bonus after 12-months of service (every year)
- Performance bonus
- Company pension scheme through NEST
- 50% off food
- 30% off CVI Hotel stays (off-peak)
- Career Progression
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Garstang PR3 1ZA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Culinary: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
