Junior Sous Chef - Birchwood Park Golf Club - Wilmington, Dartford

TN United Kingdom; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring high-quality food preparation and service. The ideal candidate will have experience as a Sous Chef, with a strong understanding of food safety regulations and a passion for culinary excellence. This vibrant workplace offers a supportive environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a range of attractive perks, including free golf and discounts on health club memberships. If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen and are eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free Golf

50% Discount on Health Club Membership

Complimentary Meals on Long Shifts

Employee Recognition Awards

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Benefits

Training and Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef is essential for this role.
• Knowledge of food safety and allergens is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Maintain quality and speed of service for restaurant functions.

Skills

Sous Chef Experience

Food Safety Knowledge

Leadership Skills

Customer Service Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Formal Culinary Training

Job description

Client: Burhill Group Limited

Location: Walton-on-Thames, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 3135ab54c908

Job Views: 4

Posted: 18.04.2025

Expiry Date: 02.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef - Birchwood Park Golf Club - Wilmington, Dartford

The Role: Responsible for day-to-day food preparation and running of the kitchen. Maintain high quality & speed of service for restaurant & functions. Work with Head Chef to maximize sales and profitability while maintaining excellence in quality and customer relations.

A little bit about you:

• Confident & willing to learn
• Experience as Sous Chef essential
• Knowledge of allergens, HACCP, COSHH, food safety, and H&S
• Ideal candidates will be a team player & support your colleagues
• Have worked in busy & fast-paced kitchens
• Have experience as a Sous Chef
• Formal culinary training and previous restaurant experience
• Extensive food and beverage knowledge, restaurant industry knowledge & regulatory knowledge
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Leadership, management, positivity, ability to work under pressure
• Self-motivated, creative problem-solving skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, exceptional customer-service skills

A little about us: Birchwood Park Golf and Country is part of Burhill Golf and Leisure Group which consists of 22 golf courses across 10 golf clubs, 2 which have health & fitness clubs, 10 separate adventure leisure venues, a 15th century lodge hotel, and a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial estates. Birchwood Park Golf & Country Club offers a whole new golfing experience, ideally located close to Dartford, Sidcup, and Bexley, Kent.

What you can expect from us:

• Use of facilities: Free Golf, mini golf, and use of the driving range at any of our clubs.
• Guest rate available for family to use the golf course and driving range if accompanied by a staff member.
• Free room hire at any of our sites when purchasing food and beverages from the site.
• 50% discount on Health Club Membership.
• Retail staff discount on retail purchases in any of our Golf Retail Shops: Trade price + 10% + VAT.
• The perks: access to a savings portal for travel, fashion, entertainment, insurance, technology, food & drink.
• Food and drink: Complimentary meal on shifts of more than 6 hours. Tea, coffee, and squash on duty. 30% discount on food and beverages at any of our sites for you and up to 10 guests if you are present.
• Family friendly: Enhanced maternity benefit after 2 years’ service. Enhanced paternity pay. Health ride to work scheme. Dental scheme available at a beneficial rate with a choice of cover. Contribution toward eye test and new glasses every 2 years. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your wellbeing.
• Training and development: Personal development plan and support. Apprenticeship training. The BGL Academy with hundreds of courses and videos that you can access for your professional and personal development.
• Recognition and reward: Employee of the quarter prize. Employee of the year prize. Long service awards. Extended holiday entitlement for long service.

All of this at a beautiful work location with free car parking (Please Note: conditions may apply to above).