Sous Chef

We are CH&CO, we’re proud to take a more thoughtful, mindful approach to the food experiences we source, prepare and present. We are recruiting for a Sous Chef to work at Mander Portman Woodward.

An exciting opportunity has become available at the school and we are now seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Sous Chef to cook lunch and supper for our  boarders.

The position is for 40 hours per week to be worked Monday-Friday.

This is a non-term time, and you will be expected to work 52 weeks minus annual and statutory holidays.

Salary £35,360 per annum

You will

Assist the Head Chef in the organisation and management of the kitchen and kitchen brigade and deputises in the absence of the Head Chef. Responsible for the provision of quality seasonal food in a contemporary style in line with the CH&CO brand whilst maintaining all standards of quality, food hygiene and health and safety. Contributes to the achievement of all budgetary targets and provides high standards of customer service. 

Key responsibilities and accountabilities

Food Production

• To produce food, which is seasonal, of known provenance, locally sourced in a timely fashion to ensure smooth service to the customers.
• To deputise in the Head Chef’s absence.
• To assist the Head Chef in developing and planning menus that are in line with client and customer expectations at the relevant CH&CO site.
• To prepare and oversee all preparation of food to the highest standard and in line with the CH&CO style.
• To ensure that all appropriate ingredients are available for the menus being prepared and where necessary identify shortages and instigate action to source ingredients.
• To communicate with the relevant parties all requirements for planned menus and order necessary ingredients.
• To undertake stock ordering and stocktaking as necessary.
• Inform Head Chef of supplier quality issues

What's in it for you?

Working with CH&CO has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.

• Personal Development and Training opportunities
• Life assurance scheme
• Pension scheme
• Competitive holiday allowance
• Eye care
• A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
• Family friendly support
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• Volunteering days
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Long service awards
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme

Inquisitive, Inclusive, Uplifting