Chef de Partie/Sous Chef

Wilderness Reserve; Halesworth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious event catering company in Halesworth is seeking a Head Chef to oversee the preparation of high-quality meals for various events. The candidate will work in a state-of-the-art kitchen and lead a team of chefs, ensuring exceptional food quality and safety standards. Proven experience in a professional kitchen is essential, along with strong teamwork and communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits including company events and pension.

Benefits

Company events

Company pension

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef, Cook, or similar role in a professional kitchen.
• In-depth knowledge of food preparation, kitchen safety, and sanitation.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and presentation standards.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef in menu planning and development.
• Supervise and train junior kitchen staff.

Skills

Food preparation

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Education

Culinary degree or relevant training

Job description

Overview

The Estate Kitchen caters for extraordinary weddings and events held at Wilderness Reserve, an 8000-acre estate of woodland, lakes and rolling pasture, sprinkled with an eclectic collection of historic and traditional Suffolk properties. From the grand Grade II listed manor house and restored 15th century barn, to charming, thatched cottages and romantic retreats, Wilderness Reserve is a long-term conservation and restoration project - protecting English nature and breathing new life into historic properties. It is unlike anything or any place you've ever been before.

Job

Private dining experiences and fire pit cooking. Our chefs are regularly involved with all of the above, cooking alongside chefs such as Raymond Blanc, Michael Roux Jr, Angela Hartnett, Jose Pizarro and more. Providing in-accommodation private dining and fire pit cooking to our discerning guests and household name brands in fabulously appointed properties. Your day-to-day will be working in our state-of-the-art estate kitchen, a commercial kitchen unlike anything else you\'ll find in Suffolk. You will provide consistently excellent food that exceeds expectations for our guests, corporate events, and weddings, whilst leading a brigade of experienced chefs. An excellent mix of restaurant cooking and event catering on a large scale.

Key Responsibilities

• The Chef will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals, ensuring food safety and hygiene standards, managing inventory, and contributing to menu development.
• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes, portion control, and presentation standards.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and follow health and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef and kitchen team in menu planning and development.
• Supervise and train junior kitchen staff, as needed.
• Monitor inventory and assist with ordering ingredients and supplies.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and compliance with food safety regulations.
• Adapt menus to cater to customer dietary requirements and seasonal availability.
• Maintain consistency in food quality and presentation during service.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Chef, Cook, or similar role in a professional kitchen.
• Culinary degree or relevant training preferred (but not always required).
• In-depth knowledge of food preparation, kitchen safety, and sanitation.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualities

• Creativity and passion for food.
• Leadership experience in a kitchen setting.
• Understanding of cost control and kitchen budgeting.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: GBP 35,000.00 - GBP 38,000.00 per year
• Benefits:
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • On-site parking
• Work Location: In person