Sous Chef - Crowborough

Crowborough, East Sussex
£19,000 - £24,000 plus tips
23 Oct 2017
14 Nov 2017
Full Time

Sous Chef - The Mark Cross Inn, Crowborough

General Information:

As a company we are known to have a reputation as being a fair employer who look after our team members and have a number of individuals who have worked for the company for a long time.

We like to develop our team members and where possible promote individuals through the business, offering a diverse and rewarding working career.

Role Description:

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our team at The Mark Cross. As a Sous Chef you will be responsible for the day to day supervision of the kitchen operation while setting and maintaining a standard of excellence and creating extraordinary dishes.

You will lead a team of dedicated and experienced professionals and work alongside our Head Chef. As a Sous Chef you will be also responsible for motivating, developing and training the more junior members of the brigade.

Entry Requirements:

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated Sous Chef who we anticipate will have worked in a similar role within the catering industry. 

You will be a team player, have excellent communication skills and attention to detail in order to deliver outstanding quality and service.

Other skills that will need to be demonstrated include:

  • Exceptional culinary skills
  • An excellent command of English
  • Excellent leadership skills
  • Good level of computer literacy
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Good training and coaching skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • A high standard of personal presentation
  • Confident and professional approach.

Benefits:

  • Food and Beverage discount across the Whiting and Hammond Group
  • 28 days’ paid holiday during each holiday year including Bank holidays
  • Company pension scheme 
  • A competitive basic salary (based on experience)
  • Possible accommodation (if required)
  • Support in studying for professional qualifications
  • Share of tips
  • Uniform / Chef whites
  • Opportunities for promotion and transfer across the group
  • Childcare voucher scheme

Conditions apply - Eligibility:

  • In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. 
  • Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

We look forward to hearing from you!