Senior Sous Chef - Monday to Friday

TN United Kingdom; Godalming; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious independent co-educational day school as a Senior Sous Chef in Godalming. This role offers the chance to create delicious meals in a supportive environment, catering to a vibrant community of students and teachers. You'll be responsible for maintaining high standards of food preparation and presentation while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Enjoy a range of benefits including discounts, free meals, and opportunities for career progression in a company committed to diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about food and enjoy working in a collaborative atmosphere, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Discounts

Free Meals

Volunteer Leave

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Cycle Scheme

Bonus Schemes

Training

Social Events

Employee Assistance

Career Progression

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or food preparation preferred.
• Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy items.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food service areas for daily meals and ensure high-standard meal service.
• Maintain hygiene and safety practices while serving customers.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Hygiene

Presentation Skills

Flexibility

Customer Service

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Senior Sous Chef - Monday to Friday, Godalming

Job Details

• Contract: Full Time, Permanent
• Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum
• Hours: 40 per week

Location & Client

An independent co-educational day school in Godalming, Surrey, catering for 300 students and teachers. Offers breakfast, lunch, snacks, and after-school clubs, with good hospitality facilities and free on-site parking.

Shift Timings

06:30 - 15:00

Role Overview

Seeking a creative and effective Senior Sous Chef to join a prestigious location in Godalming.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare food service areas for daily meals.
• Ensure prompt, high-standard meal service.
• Maintain preparation and presentation standards.
• Handle food, beverage, and equipment setup, service, and cleanup.
• Follow hygiene and safety practices.
• Restock and replenish supplies during service.
• Communicate with front of house about stock and delays.
• Perform cleaning and hygiene duties.
• Serve customers and visitors according to standards.
• Manage waste and recycling appropriately.
• Assist with orders and stock management.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas.
• Attend meetings and training as needed.

General Responsibilities

• Attend staff meetings.
• Adhere to policies and legislation.
• Wear neat, clean uniform and maintain personal presentation.
• Conduct food temperature checks.
• Respond to management requests.
• Provide cover during absences.
• Report hazards and promote safety.

Skills and Attributes

• Teamwork, communication, initiative, hygiene, and presentation skills.
• Flexibility and reliability.
• Willingness to learn and take responsibility.
• Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy items.
• Good verbal and written English skills.
• Experience in customer service or food prep preferred.

Benefits & About Us

Includes discounts, free meals, volunteer leave, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, cycle scheme, bonus schemes, training, social events, employee assistance, and career progression. Thomas Franks is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Additional Info

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. An enhanced DBS check and references are required. We promote a culture of growth and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups.