Junior Sous Chef

Bamford Collection; West Suffolk, Moreton-in-Marsh; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary establishment is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team. In this role, you will work closely with experienced chefs to craft exceptional meals using organic produce, mentor junior chefs, and ensure kitchen operations meet health and safety standards. Enjoy perks like discounts, medical insurance, and a supportive work environment dedicated to sustainability.

Benefits

Discounts on products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one

One paid volunteering day per year

Subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa

Pension contribution of up to 9% of salary

Life assurance cover

24/7 mental health support

Qualifications

• High standard of cooking across all sections.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene.
• Ability to inspire and empower others.

Responsibilities

• Execute all dishes as per menu specifications.
• Support Sous Chef in delivering seasonal specials.
• Maintain a safe workplace and adhere to cleaning rota.

Skills

Cooking skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Food safety understanding

Nurturing junior chefs

Job description

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

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our growing team at the Cotswolds' favourite pub. You will work alongside Head Chef Taylor Jones and Sous Chef Chloe Dicken to deliver exciting, freshly prepared meals with produce largely sourced from our organic farms at Daylesford and Wootton.

SALARY: £36,000 + Tronc

HOURS: Full time, 48 hours per 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 produce from the farm.
• Service: Treat the produce with respect.
• Operations: Ensure kitchen audit requirements are met. Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in maintaining a safe workplace and take H&S responsibility for farm kitchens. Follow and adhere to the cleaning rota. Ensure kitchen equipment is well maintained, operational, and maintenance issues are reported and resolved.
• Numbers: Be aware of stock levels at all times and highlight low stock to the Head Chef or Sous Chef. Assist in managing kitchen stock, ordering, and maintaining full availability with minimal waste. Understand the importance of delivery of payroll percentage.
• People: Assist in coaching junior chefs through training and development. Act as a role model in work ethic, service quality, and professional skills.

This list is indicative and not exhaustive but highlights typical tasks expected in this role.

YOUR OBJECTIVES:

• Assist the Head/Sous Chef in achieving a Food Tech internal standard of +85%
• Contribute to achieving 5-star scores on the doors-Local EHO
• Help deliver a 72% score
• Mentor junior chefs and sign off modules
• Complete and stay up to date with 100% mandatory training

SKILLS YOU WILL BRING

• High standard of cooking across all sections
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Supportive team player, nurturing junior chefs
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene
• Alignment with our purpose by driving social and environmental improvements, contributing to our B Corp journey, and supporting our sustainability vision
• Ability to inspire and empower customers, suppliers, and partners to work more consciously, creating a positive impact

PERKS & BENEFITS

• Discounts on products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one
• One paid volunteering day per year
• Subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa
• Contribute up to 9% of your salary to your pension, with up to 4.5% employer contribution
• Life assurance cover, up to a year's salary
• 24/7 mental health support via Employee Assistance Programme