Junior Sous Chef

The Ivy Collection; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a renowned culinary team as a Junior Sous Chef, where your passion for cooking and commitment to excellence will shine. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced chefs, leading by example and creating unforgettable dining experiences. You’ll be part of a vibrant kitchen environment, ensuring high standards while developing your culinary skills. Embrace a career with a company that values growth, teamwork, and creativity, while enjoying competitive pay and fantastic benefits. Your journey in the culinary world starts here!

Benefits

Competitive Industry Pay

Extra Holiday Allowance

50% Staff Discount

Career Development and Training

Birthday Day Off

Discounts on Retailers

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Strong culinary skills and passion for learning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct prep levels and compliance with health regulations.
• Work with the team to maintain kitchen standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

Experience as a Senior Chef de Partie

Tools

Kitchen Equipment Knowledge

Food Safety Practices

Job description

The Ivy Collection is established as an iconic destination for fine dining and impeccable service, representing elegance, sophistication, and culinary excellence. With a rich history spanning decades, our commitment to exceeding guest expectations remains unwavering.

Job Description:

The Junior Sous Chef will work alongside the line chefs to ensure every dish is prepared to our high standards. This is a hands-on role perfect for someone who loves being actively involved in the kitchen, cooking on section, leading by example, and working with a passionate team to create memorable culinary experiences for our guests.

The Junior Sous Chef will also work alongside the Head Chef and Sous Chefs, participating in many aspects of the kitchen operation to further develop their career. These may include, but are not limited to, the following responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

1. Ensuring correct prep levels by our dedicated prep team.
2. Ensuring deliveries and stock are put away correctly by the Goods Receiver.
3. Maintaining temperature records.
4. Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Requirements:

1. Previous experience as a Senior Chef de Partie or similar role in a professional kitchen environment.
2. Strong culinary skills with a passion for learning and growth.
3. Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
4. Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
5. Knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety practices, and basic culinary techniques.

Benefits & Rewards:

• Competitive industry pay (based on salary & Tronc).
• Additionally, all managers receive an element of variable tronc.
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.
• 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants.
• Celebrate career anniversaries with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants.
• Career development and training, including apprenticeships.
• You can take your birthday as a day off - guaranteed!
• Access to discounts on hundreds of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more.

Join our culinary team and take the next step in your career as a Junior Sous Chef!

The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About us: Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, engaged, and care for ourselves, our colleagues, and our guests. We celebrate our individualities and differences.