Sous Chef - Keswick

Keswick, Cumbria
£24,000 to £26,000 per annum
14 Aug 2018
11 Sep 2018
Full Time

Sous Chef - The Inn on the Square

Salary £24,000 to £26,000 per annum

The Role

We are looking for an ambitious Sous Chef with experience in a similar sized property and a sound knowledge of high quality, traditional British cuisine.  This would be an excellent starting point to succeed well in our team. You would need to be comfortable leading the team in the absence of the Head Chef, as well as being able to fully support the Head Chef on a day to day basis.

What We Are Looking For In You

  • To compliment the work of our Head Chef and lead the kitchen in his absence.
  • Show your eye for detail to deliver food on the plate that delights our guests, every time, from the first to the last plate.
  • Contribute, on a daily basis,  to the writing of each of our menus.
  • Train, guide and motivate other members of the team, each and every day.
  • Maintain the expected levels of hygiene for all areas of the kitchen.
  • Complete the relevant mandatory food safety task and fulfil all record-keeping requirements
  • To participate in management meetings when required and hold regular team meetings.
  • To ensure all complaints are kept to a minimum and handled professionally in conjunction with the front of house team and management team.
  • To work with the Head Chef and management team on planning ahead for the department and hotel.