Head & Sous Chef - Culinary Leadership & Training

Chartwells Independent; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

All Training Provided

Compass Benefits

Health & Wellbeing Support

Job summary

Chartwells Independent in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to join our catering team and help deliver culinary excellence at pace. You will prepare delicious food to menu specifications, ensure ingredients are available for the entire menu matrix, and uphold Levy standards and procedures across shifts.

Based in a busy kitchen, you will coach new team members, maintain exceptional hygiene, stay calm under pressure, and communicate effectively with the team.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Food Hygiene required.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Calm under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Own whites & safety shoes as standard.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food to menu specifications, ensuring Levy standards and procedures are followed.
• Ensure all ingredients are available for the entire menu matrix.
• Take pride in your business and share agreed standards with your team.
• Assist with new team members by giving respectful and encouraging coaching as needed.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food Hygiene

Team leadership

Communication

Calm under pressure

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene

Job description

Chartwells Independent in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to join our catering team and help deliver culinary excellence at pace. You will prepare delicious food to menu specifications, ensure ingredients are available for the entire menu matrix, and uphold Levy standards and procedures across shifts.

Based in a busy kitchen, you will coach new team members, maintain exceptional hygiene, stay calm under pressure, and communicate effectively with the team.