Junior Sous Chef

TN United Kingdom; Newbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious hotel known for its exceptional culinary standards and commitment to staff development. As a Junior Sous Chef, you will work under a celebrated Head Chef, focusing on menu planning and food quality while using local ingredients. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow your culinary skills in a supportive environment, ensuring a high-quality dining experience. With a strong emphasis on team well-being and ongoing training, this position promises a fulfilling career path in a renowned establishment. If you're passionate about seasonal British cuisine and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous Service Charge Scheme

50% Discounts on Accommodation and Dining

Skills and Career Development Opportunities

Employee Recognition Rewards

Ongoing Training

Meals Provided During Shifts

Perkbox Benefits

Access to Early Pay

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-standard kitchen environment.
• Ability to manage food quality and staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Head Chef on menu planning and food quality.
• Manage stock, ordering, and oversee health and hygiene standards.
• Recruit, train, and develop kitchen staff.

Skills

Menu Planning

Food Quality Control

Cost Control

Stock Management

Health and Hygiene Standards

Staff Training and Development

Education

3 AA Rosette Experience

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About the Role

Join a multi-award-winning stunning hotel that focuses on success, training, and development to shape your career. Work under an influential Head Chef, using local ingredients from farmers, fishermen, and foragers to create seasonal menus.

Perks and Benefits

• Generous Service Charge Scheme
• 50% internal discounts on accommodation, food, beverage, spa, and wine
• Skills and Career Development opportunities
• Employee recognition rewards
• Ongoing training
• Meals provided during shifts
• Perkbox benefits, including high street retail discounts, Uber, mobile phone insurance, health plans, and more
• Access to Early Pay, allowing early withdrawal of part of your salary

Package Details

• 48-hour contract
• Paid overtime

Why Choose Our Client?

The kitchen is led by a renowned Head Chef who prioritizes team well-being. The restaurant maintains a 3 AA Rosette standard and has a top reputation, known for its British seasonal menu and excellent wine pairings.

Responsibilities

A successful Junior Sous Chef will work alongside a talented Head Chef and team. Responsibilities include menu planning, ensuring food quality and cost control, managing stock and ordering from local suppliers, budget management, maintaining accurate records, overseeing health and hygiene standards, organizing staff duty rosters, recruiting, training, and developing staff. Coordination with the restaurant management team on supply ordering, budgeting, kitchen efficiency, and staffing is also required.

Minimum of 3 AA Rosette experience is required to apply for this role.