Junior Sous Chef (evening and weekend) - Chez Antoinette

Chef & Cook; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A French restaurant is seeking a dynamic and driven Sous Chef to join their team. You will be responsible for supporting kitchen operations, supervising staff, and ensuring high standards of food production and safety. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the restaurant industry, an understanding of French culinary culture, and the ability to manage a busy kitchen environment. This role offers competitive hourly pay, holiday entitlement, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay of £17 - £19

28 days holiday

Amazing staff meals

Opportunity for career advancement

Dynamic team culture

Qualifications

• Dynamic and driven individual with a passion for the restaurant industry.
• Understanding of French culinary culture and customer service.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support the seamless running of the kitchen.
• Supervise training of new staff.
• Control wastage and maintain stock levels.
• Ensure hygiene and food safety standards are met.

Skills

Food production efficiency

Training and supervision

Creativity in menu design

Knowledge of food safety standards

Job description

Overview

We have a fantastic and exciting opportunity for a dynamic, driven and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join our team at Chez Antoinette, a French restaurant with homemade cuisine based on organic, seasonal and fresh produce. The understanding of the French culture and friendly customer service is essential. At Chez Antoinette we offer a high quality product yet simple in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the seamless running of the kitchen, providing a highly efficient service whilst ensuring food production and operation adheres to specified recipes and food cost percentage.
• Assist and supervise the agreed standard of food service for the duration of the shift, liaising with Front and Back of house team members.
• Supervise training of new staff members to the standard required by the Head Chef, promote and log all relevant food controls and food safety records.
• Check prepared mise en place, food stocks and replenish as necessary; inform the Head Chef of shortages.
• Follow and train the team on all recipes in place for the actual menu.
• Create a bank of dishes of the day, bringing creativity and variety to the menu in case of absence of the Head or Sous Chef.
• Be aware of all relevant food suppliers and product listings; order accordingly and in accordance with the level of business.
• Supervise the smooth and efficient service and production of food, working with all elements from Front and Back of house.
• Ensure all department staff works hygienically and productively, in accordance with legal standards and the Head Chef's standards.
• Control wastage by maintaining correct stock levels and rotation from dry stores and avoid over production of food and mise en place.
• Be aware of required food percentages and recipes as set down by budget; assist in supervision and running of the department with keen attention to these.
• Remain on duty until the following shift takes over or until discharged by the Head Chef.
• Maintain clean and hygienic working areas of the kitchen, dry stores and refrigeration.
• Maintain and update section files and recipes; ensure constant quality control of all food prepared.
• Collect and allocate health marks to the correct administration.
• Operate with respect of the Allergen legislation and standards, prioritising the health and safety of team and guests.
• Keep back of house tidy and clean prior, whilst and after each service.
• Operate the pass service of food from the kitchen to the restaurant, liaising with the Front of House teams.
• Control the processes, labelling, cleanliness and safe running of the kitchen.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of £17 - £19.
• 28 days holiday.
• Amazing staff meals.
• Opportunity for career advancement in a positive work environment.
• Dynamic and driven team culture.

Application

If you are passionate about the restaurant industry and have the necessary skills and qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team!