Location: Urban Reef, Boscombe Beach, Bournemouth
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
Urban Reef is looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented chef who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is ready to take the next step in their career.
Working alongside our Executive and Head Chef, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional food, leading the kitchen team, and maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency and service.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
- Lead and motivate the kitchen team during service.
- Ensure every dish is prepared and presented to the highest standard.
- Maintain consistency across all menu items.
- Assist with ordering, stock control and stock rotation.
- Minimise waste and manage GP through effective kitchen practices.
- Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, HACCP and health & safety regulations.
- Train, mentor and develop junior chefs and kitchen staff.
- Help create seasonal specials and contribute ideas for menu development.
- Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen.
What we're looking for:
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie role.
- Experience working in a busy, high-volume fresh food kitchen.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
- Passion for quality ingredients and consistently delivering great food.
- Calm under pressure with a positive, can-do attitude.
- Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen operations.
- Flexible to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Generous staff discounts.
- Staff meals on shift.
- Opportunities for career progression.
- Ongoing training and development.
- A supportive and ambitious management team.
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The chance to work in one of the South Coast's most iconic beachfront venues.
