Executive Sous Chef

Topgolf Limited; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic culinary manager to lead a team in delivering top-notch culinary experiences. This role involves supervising kitchen operations, developing recipes, and ensuring food quality and safety standards are met. Join a playful and inclusive environment that values personal growth and teamwork. The company is committed to providing a safe space where you can be your true self and offers unique benefits such as free mental health support. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and have a passion for culinary excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free Mental Health Benefits

Opportunities for Learning & Growth

Playful Environment

Safe Workplace

Qualifications

• 5+ years in culinary management with a focus on team development.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments and manage food costs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences.
• Monitor inventory and maintain food and labor costs.

Skills

Culinary Management

Team Development

Budget Management

Recipe Development

Safety and Sanitation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

• Supervise the team in providing best-in-class culinary experiences
• Coach and develop the team and drive Associate engagement
• Demonstrate Topgolf’s Core Values: Fun, One Team, Excellence, Edgy Spirit and Caring
• Monitor inventory and purchase product
• Maintain food and labor costs according to budget, with a full understanding of COGS
• Select and develop recipes to corporate approval
• Manage standardization of recipes to ensure consistent quality
• Establish presentation technique and maintain quality standards
• Plan and cost menus for special events, chef choice menus as directed
• Ensure proper equipment operation, maintenance and cleanliness
• Oversee safety and sanitation in the kitchen

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum of 5 years in culinary management
• Proven ability to develop a culinary team
• Bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree preferred
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to stand and exert well-paced mobility for the duration of a scheduled shift
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 lb.
• Ability to stoop and bend
• Ability to work in high-temperature conditions (up to 100 degrees) for extended periods of time

Please confirm you can provide a valid proof of Right to Work in the UK. This can be a valid passport OR birth certificate along with your National Insurance documentation (both must be present OR another form of valid right to work documentation. As applicable, you must have a minimum of 6 months work eligibility available on the right to work documentation that you provide).

Why Join Us?

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Our Promises to our Playmakers:
A PLAYFUL ENVIRONMENT where you can make new friends.
A SAFE PLACE where you can BE YOUR FULL SELF every day.
CLEAR DIRECTION and tools to do your job.
An opportunity TO LEARN & GROW.
To LISTEN & ACT when you speak up.
We will NEVER STOP IMPROVING.

Dealing with some stuff? We offer FREE Mental Health Benefits for everyone.

We believe in the Unlimited Power of Play and work hard to create Moments That Matter for Everyone.

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