The Role

• To ensure that the kitchen operations run efficiently and maximum product quality is achieved
• Ensuring strict hygiene controls are kept in all kitchen areas under your supervision
• Planning and organising of workload and rotas
• Upholding the food GP target at all times and implementing profit protection where necessary
• Upholding and improving our green credentials through reduction of waste, recycling and reduction of commodity and consumables usage
• To assist the Head Chef with all aspects of kitchen reinvestment and maintenance
• To provide the Head Chef with menu preparation and pricing in line with the stated F&B objectives of the venue and the brand
• Develop new menus and food items to meet the taste and dining requirements of the clients
• Maintain sensitivity to local cultural traditions and adhere to religious beliefs in preparation and services of all food on premises
• Instructing, briefing and supervising, chefs de partie, the brigade and the back of house employees on their daily tasks
• When required assist them and the preparation of food or cleaning tasks.
• Manage the preparation and presentation of food products to ensure quality at all times
• Ensuring that stock is purchased in a timely manner and within the group purchasing procedures with nominated suppliers
• Monitor and check guest satisfaction, guest areas and service.

The Ideal Candidate

As Sous Chef it is essential you can demonstrate the following skills and competencies:

• Previous 3/4 star experience in a similar role
• Highly Structured and organised
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and prioritise needs
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of HACCP and COSSH
• Innovative way of working
• Self motivated with ability to work well under pressure with minimal supervision and maintain high standards and attention to details

Benefits

• 28 Holidays including Bank & Public Holidays, per holiday year
• Uniform
• Exciting range of learning and development programmes
• Opportunities for promotion and transfer across the group
• Colleague recognition and reward programmes
• Free health club membership
• Free Parking
• Meals whilst on duty