Creative Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen & Development

Baxterstorey Uk; Waterford; Presencial; GBP 32 000 - 40 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

28 days holiday including bank holiday

Birthday leave

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

24 weeks maternity leave (enhanced)

Pension and life insurance

Discounts via Perkbox

Free meals on shift

Wellbeing hub

Cycle to work scheme

Training & development opportunities

Resumo da oferta

BaxterStorey is seeking a passionate Sous Chef for our Watford site to lead food preparation and kitchen operations, ensuring high standards and safety. You will work with the head chef to deliver exceptional dishes, supervise your station, and mentor junior chefs.

The role emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and continuous development within a vibrant hospitality team. 40-hour weeks with a Monday-Saturday pattern, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualificações

• Proven experience as a Commis Chef or similar role.
• Knowledge of 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conhecimentos

Commis Chef experience

Cooking techniques

Food safety & sanitation

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Descrição da oferta de emprego

BaxterStorey is seeking a passionate Sous Chef for our Watford site to lead food preparation and kitchen operations, ensuring high standards and safety. You will work with the head chef to deliver exceptional dishes, supervise your station, and mentor junior chefs.

The role emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and continuous development within a vibrant hospitality team. 40-hour weeks with a Monday-Saturday pattern, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth.