Junior Sous Chef

TN United Kingdom; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality sector is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and Sous Chef. This role involves ensuring high-quality food preparation and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. The position offers numerous perks, including shared tips, staff meals, and opportunities for career progression. Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a growing business.

Benefits

Tips shared equally

Staff food provided

50% discount on food

28 days holiday

Participate in competitions

Christmas and Boxing Day off

Staff party

Emotional and practical support

Manage pay with Wagestream

Company pension scheme

Long service awards

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Experience as a Junior Sous Chef or an experienced Chef looking to advance.
• Strong kitchen skills including food prep, hygiene practices, and allergen management.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in delivering shifts.
• Ensure prep is completed daily and each dish meets specifications.

Skills

Communication

Team Player

Self-Motivated

Education

Experience as a Junior Sous Chef

Experience working with fresh ingredients

Job description

Join Our Team as a Junior Sous Chef

Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in delivering 14 great shifts per week, ensuring prep is completed daily and each dish is made to specification.

The Good Stuff

• Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
• Staff food provided on every shift, regardless of hours worked
• 50% discount on food across all three brands from day one
• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), pro-rata
• Participate in competitions and incentives, such as all-expenses-paid trips with our suppliers
• Enjoy Christmas and Boxing Day off!
• Join the fun at the staff party - Loungefest
• Receive emotional and practical support via the Licensed Trade Charity
• Manage your pay with Wagestream
• Company pension scheme
• Long service awards
• Opportunities for personal development and career progression in a fast-growing business

What You'll Bring

• Experience as a Junior Sous Chef or an experienced Chef looking to advance your career
• Experience working with fresh ingredients and strong kitchen skills (food prep, hot and cold, cleaning, knife skills, hygiene practices)
• Good communication skills and a team player mindset
• Self-motivated, able to work at pace with limited supervision
• Knowledge of allergen management, kitchen essentials, and Food Safety best practices

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