Creative Sous Chef – High-End Banqueting & Events

Holroyd Howe; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Blue Coat School in Birmingham is seeking a Sous Chef to join Holroyd Howe's team. You will work closely with the Head Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences and lead a dedicated kitchen team with a focus on quality and innovation.

You will assist in menu development, supervise staff, ensure food safety, and maintain high standards for banqueting and events across bespoke dinners and large corporate occasions.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work independently in a busy kitchen.
• Experience of managing kitchen operations and staff.
• Solid understanding of health & safety regulations in food environments.
• Knowledge of food hygiene policies and compliance.
• Ability to build rapport quickly with senior management.
• Creative input to menu planning and development.
• Passion for working with fresh ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Be the culinary backbone of our kitchen, working with the Head Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
• Assist the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations, including food prep, staffing, and inventory.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to create and refine menus with seasonal ingredients and guest prefs.
• Oversee food prep ensuring recipes, quality, and safety standards.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff, guiding culinary techniques and sanitation practices.
• Conduct regular inspections of food items for presentation, taste, and temperature, addressing issues promptly.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Experience of a busy food operation

Understand H&S regulations

Follow food hygiene policy

Build rapport with senior management

Menu planning and development

Fresh ingredients enthusiasm

Education

NVQ in kitchen qualification

HACCP

COSHH

Banqueting operation knowledge

Job description

The Blue Coat School in Birmingham is seeking a Sous Chef to join Holroyd Howe's team. You will work closely with the Head Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences and lead a dedicated kitchen team with a focus on quality and innovation.

You will assist in menu development, supervise staff, ensure food safety, and maintain high standards for banqueting and events across bespoke dinners and large corporate occasions.