Junior Sous / Sous Chef

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading luxury dining establishment as a Junior Sous / Sous Chef, where you'll work in a dynamic kitchen environment. This role combines leadership with hands-on cooking, allowing you to develop your skills while ensuring high culinary standards. Be part of an extraordinary journey in Asian-inspired excellence, focusing on food quality and team training.

Benefits

Competitive industry pay

Additional variable tronc for managers

Extra holiday allowance

50% staff discount

Career development and training

Birthday day off

Access to discounts on retailers

Qualifications

• Experience as Junior Sous or Sous Chef in a busy kitchen environment.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff.
• Support Head Chef in maintaining a positive work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Culinary Skills

Creativity

Job description

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Featuring open sushi bars and iconic decor, we invite you to join us for an interactive culinary experience like no other. We're on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team, offering a chance to showcase your skills in a dynamic setting. Whether seasoned or aspiring, join us in redefining luxury dining with each tantalizing Asian dish. Embrace the culinary magic of The Ivy Asia and be part of an extraordinary journey through Asian-inspired excellence.

Job Description:

The Junior Sous / Sous Chef will work alongside the line chefs to ensure every dish is prepared to our high standards. The role is a leadership position but still requires you to be hands-on, perfect for someone who loves cooking but wants to develop their leadership skills.

With such a large kitchen team, you can focus on each aspect of the role, so that when you are on your section with the team, you focus on food quality and training. When you are on Pass, you are fully focused on leading the team through a great service.

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring correct prep levels by our dedicated prep team.
• Ensuring deliveries and stock are put away correctly by the Goods Receiver.
• Checking that cleaning rotas are completed.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and hygiene standards.
• Training and mentoring kitchen staff to maintain consistency and excellence in execution.
• Assisting with performance management of kitchen personnel.
• Supporting the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef in maintaining a positive work environment.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Junior Sous or Sous Chef in a busy kitchen environment.
• Strong culinary skills and a passion for quality and creativity.
• Leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Experience working with a large kitchen team.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety practices, and culinary techniques.
• Knowledge of GP and stock control.
• Ability to organise and direct multiple checks simultaneously.

Benefits & Rewards:

• Competitive industry pay (based on salary & Tronc).
• Additional variable tronc for all managers.
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.
• 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when dining in our restaurants.
• Celebrate career anniversaries with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants.
• Career development and training, including apprenticeships.
• You can take your birthday as a day off — guaranteed!
• Access to discounts on hundreds of retailers, health, entertainment, travel, and more.
• Join our kitchen team as Sous Chef and be part of delivering exceptional dining experiences!

The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About us: Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy and engaged. We care for ourselves, our colleagues, and our guests, celebrating our individualities and differences.