Creative Sous Chef | Development, Perks & Benefits

Baxterstorey; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday including bank

Birthday off

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

24 week’s enhanced maternity leave

Secondary carerleave

Wedding/commitment day leave

Free meals on shift

Bespoke training and development_opps

Apprenticeships opportunities for all

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Access to employee assistance

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

BaxterStorey in Maidenhead is seeking a committed Sous Chef to join a bustling kitchen. You will prepare and cook dishes to the head chef’s specifications and uphold strict food-safety standards while keeping your station organized and clean.

You will collaborate with the head chef to taste new recipes, train junior staff, and contribute to a high-quality dining experience. The role is full-time with a supportive team and opportunities to grow within BaxterStorey.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Commis Chef or similar role.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all time.
• Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensuring cleanliness in line with policies and procedures.
• Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times.
• Team Collaboration – communicate positively and effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary. Coaching of junior chefs to support development.
• Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation.
• Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order.

Skills

Commis Chef experience

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Teamwork

BaxterStorey values

Job description

BaxterStorey in Maidenhead is seeking a committed Sous Chef to join a bustling kitchen. You will prepare and cook dishes to the head chef’s specifications and uphold strict food-safety standards while keeping your station organized and clean.

You will collaborate with the head chef to taste new recipes, train junior staff, and contribute to a high-quality dining experience. The role is full-time with a supportive team and opportunities to grow within BaxterStorey.