Pastry Sous Chef

SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned dining establishment in Greater London is looking for an experienced Pastry Sous Chef to join their team. This role involves managing the hot kitchen line and taking on the Head Pastry Chef's responsibilities when needed. Ideal candidates should have a passion for food and excellent English communication skills. The position offers competitive salary and generous benefits including staff discounts, 28 days of holiday, and career development opportunities. Flexible availability and a drive to learn are essential.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

50% Discount on food and drink

28 day's holiday allowance

Complimentary meal and drink during shifts

Cycle to work scheme

'Refer-a-friend' cash incentive

Employee of the month rewards

Internal Training and career development

Pension Scheme with employer contributions

Yearly Staff award ceremony and party

Qualifications

• Must be able to assume Head Pastry Chef's responsibilities in their absence.
• Primary responsibility is managing staff and ensuring food is prepared properly.

Responsibilities

• Help manage kitchen staff efficiently during service.
• Assist with menu planning and ordering as needed.

Skills

Previous experience as a Pastry Sous Chef or higher

Experience with similar cuisine

Great communication skills

Ability to follow recipes and processes

Drive and ambition to learn

Flexible availability

Job description

The Role

Our kitchen is now looking for an experienced Pastry Sous Chef to join our very successful brigade as we continue to grow. Ultimately, we are looking for those who are extremely passionate about food and eager to learn.

Your Rewards

As a Pastry Sous Chef we don’t just give you a job you love, we like to reward you for all your commitment and dedication at work, these benefits include:

• Highly competitive salary
• 50% Discount on food and drink for up to 6 people to use in SUSHISAMBA® or Duck & Waffle restaurants
• 28 day’s holiday allowance
• Complimentary meal and drink during shifts
• Cycle to work scheme
• 'Refer-a-friend’ cash incentive scheme
• Employee of the month rewards
• Internal Training and career development
• Pension Scheme – including employer contributions
• Yearly Staff award ceremony and party

Your Requirements

The Pastry Sous Chef must be able to assume the Head Pastry Chef’s responsibilities in his/her absence.

The position’s main responsibility is for the hot kitchen line. While the Pastry Sous Chef may help out with menu planning and ordering, the primary responsibility is to help manage the staff and make sure that food is prepared, plated and served properly and efficiently.

As a Pastry Sous Chef we would love you to have:

• Previous experience working as a Pastry Sous Chef or higher.
• Experience working with a similar cuisine
• Great English language communication skills with a willingness to learn
• Ability to maintain and follow recipes, processes and standards
• Drive and ambition with a desire to learn and grow within the team
• Flexible availability, working any 5 days a week between Monday – Sunday
• Full ownership in your role

Your Restaurant

SUSHI SAMBA celebrates the culture and cuisine of Japan, Brazil and Peru. The menus are a mix of new and signature dishes with an emphasis on bold flavours, the finest ingredients and artful presentations.

SUSHI SAMBA is operated by Sushi Samba Group, which oversees locations in Las Vegas, London, Edinburgh, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Doha, Bahrain, Riyadh & Singapore.