Junior Sous Chef

Daylesford Organic; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading lifestyle brand as a Junior Sous Chef at Daylesford Brompton Cross. You'll execute menu dishes, support the Sous Chef, and maintain high cooking standards in a fast-paced kitchen. Enjoy a role that emphasizes sustainability and conscious living.

Benefits

Employee discounts

Paid volunteering day

Subsidized private medical insurance

Pension contribution

Life assurance

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Experience in fresh food and restaurant environments preferred.
• Ability to give clear instructions in busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Execute all dishes as per menu specifications.
• Support Sous Chef in creating seasonal specials.
• Monitor stock levels and assist in managing inventory.

Skills

High-standard cooking skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Understanding of food safety

Job description

THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Junior Sous Chef at our beautiful Cafe, Daylesford Brompton Cross, you will execute all dishes as per menu specifications. Ideally, you’ll have experience in similar fresh food and restaurant environments or possess a passion for good food, making the basics come easily to you.

The role requires stamina and enjoyment of working in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Your confidence will enable you to give calm and clear instructions during busy periods. You’ll be highly organized and able to coordinate your station seamlessly.

SALARY & HOURS

SALARY: £15.12 Per hour
HOURS: Full time, 48 hours/week

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reports to: Head Chef

Food

• Execute all dishes as per menu specifications.
• Support the Sous Chef in delivering creative, seasonal, on-brand specials, highlighting farm produce.

Service

• Respect the produce and ingredients.

Operations

• Adhere to kitchen audit requirements.
• Support a safe workplace with the Sous Chef and Head Chef.
• Follow and uphold cleaning routines.
• Maintain and report on kitchen equipment condition.

Numbers

• Monitor stock levels; notify the team of low stock.
• Assist in managing stock, ordering, and minimizing waste.
• Understand the importance of delivery and payroll percentages.

People

• Support coaching and training junior chefs.
• Act as a role model in work ethic, service, and skills.

This list is indicative and not exhaustive.

YOUR OBJECTIVES

• Support standards achievement in Food Tech and EHO ratings.
• Contribute to delivery targets and mentoring.
• Complete mandatory training.
• Drive social and environmental improvements aligned with our B Corp journey and sustainability vision.
• Inspire conscious living among customers, suppliers, and partners.

SKILLS YOU WILL BRING

• High-standard cooking skills across all sections.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Supportive team player, nurturing junior chefs.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.

PERKS & BENEFITS

• Employee discounts on products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one.
• One paid volunteering day per year.
• Subsidized private medical insurance via Bupa.
• Up to 9% pension contribution with up to 4.5% employer match.
• Life assurance covering up to a year's salary.
• 24/7 mental health support through our Employee Assistance Programme.