Senior Sous Chef - Aldwickbury Park Golf Club

POSITION:  Senior Sous Chef

RESPONSIBLE TO:  Head Chef, Food & Beverage Manager

MAIN DUTIES:

Manage all aspects of the Kitchen operation in the absence of the Head Chef taking full responsibility for all production and overall standards.

Ensure effective lines of communication with the Head Chef at all times.

Maintaining standards and quality to a level beyond the expectations of the guests, members, company standards and legal requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works closely with Head Chef, running all aspects of the kitchen operation.

• Ensures that all kitchen team members meet all standards for performance, service, appearance and

• Maintains existing food programmes and develops new concepts/strategies that ensure the highest possible quality of food quality service to meet guest/member expectations and assure repeat business.
   
• Ensures that all policies and procedures related to the operation of the Food & Beverage department are enforced and implemented appropriately, including personnel management, food preparation, storage and health and safety.
   
• Creates and develops menus and prices, in conjunction with , Head Chef, Food & Beverage Manager and sales team - ensuring sales targets are met and profits maximised.

• Analyses fluctuating costs of menu items and events to ensure profitability.
   
• Responsible for all food and supply purchases, including full compliance with nominated vendors.
   
• Implements and maintains effective inventory and shortage controls.

• Reviews all bookings for catered activities, i.e.golfing dinners, functions and meetings.

• Recommends equipment to be used and is responsible for the proper selection of all food products in accordance with Company standards and/or purchasing guidelines.

• Communicates effectively with the kitchen team on -  goals, events and any changes to policy and/or procedure.

• Works with other departments to ensure efficiencies of operations.

• Maintains knowledge of food, equipment and general industry trends.

Additional Responsibilities

• To implement and support all Burhill Golf & Leisure Ltd initiatives and programmes as requested

• Comply with Burhill Golf & Leisure Ltd Personnel Policies and Procedures

Minimum Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706 1 & 2 or equivalent preferred

• At least 1 years experience in similar position.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Kitchen Management Experience of 2-3 years
• Strong Leadership skills.

• Knowledge of food service in restaurants and large banqueting

• Good time management, organisation and prioritisation skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Experience in kitchen team training

• Good presentation