Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Sous Chef to join our growing kitchen team. Working alongside an experienced Head Chef, you will play a key role in delivering consistently high-quality food, maintaining exceptional kitchen standards, and supporting the day-to-day operation of a busy restaurant.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate chef who is looking to develop their career within a fresh, supportive environment where quality, teamwork and consistency are at the heart of everything we do.
Duties
- Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
- Lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, ensuring smooth service and high standards.
- Prepare, cook and present dishes to a consistently high standard.
- Supervise and support the kitchen team during busy service periods.
- Ensure all food is prepared in line with recipes, specifications and presentation standards.
- Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures.
- Assist with stock control, ordering, stock rotation and minimising waste.
- Help monitor food margins and portion control.
- Train, mentor and develop junior members of the kitchen team.
- Maintain a clean, organised and professional working environment.
- Work closely with the management team to continually improve the guest experience.
Experience
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef or an experienced Junior Sous Chef looking for the next step.
- Strong background working within a busy, fresh-food kitchen.
- Excellent knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen organisation.
- Good understanding of food safety legislation, HACCP and health & safety procedures.
- Experience supervising and motivating a kitchen team.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure whilst maintaining high standards.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Passion for producing high-quality food with great attention to detail.
- Flexible approach to working evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Share of tips.
- Staff meals whilst on shift.
- Staff discounts.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Opportunities for career progression.
- A positive working environment with an experienced Head Chef who is building a strong, motivated kitchen team.
- The opportunity to be part of an exciting period of growth and help shape the future of the business.
If you're passionate about fresh food, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and want to be part of a team that's raising standards, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief introduction about yourself.
Pay: £30,000.00-£36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
Work Location: In person
