Senior Sous Chef

The Ivy Collection; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Rejoignez The Ivy Collection en tant que Senior Sous Chef, responsable de l'excellence culinaire et de la gestion de l'équipe en cuisine. Vous serez le bras droit du Chef, garantissant des opérations impeccables et un environnement de travail positif. Ce rôle clé vous permet de faire part de votre passion pour la cuisine tout en assurant une expérience gastronomique exceptionnelle.

Benefits

Competitive industry pay

50% staff discount

Extra holiday allowance

Career development and training

Gift voucher for career anniversaries

Guaranteed day off for your birthday

Access to discounts on retailers

Qualifications

• Expérience antérieure comme Senior Sous Chef ou dans un rôle similaire.
• Capacité à s'épanouir dans un environnement rapide et sous pression.
• Compétences interpersonnelles et de communication exceptionnelles.

Responsibilities

• Gérer les opérations de cuisine pour garantir des normes élevées.
• Former et encadrer le personnel de cuisine.
• Assurer la conformité avec la réglementation en matière de santé et de sécurité.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of EBITDA & GP

Job description

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The Ivy Collection is established as an iconic destination for fine dining and impeccable service, representing elegance, sophistication, and culinary excellence. With a rich history spanning decades, our commitment to exceeding guest expectations remains unwavering.

Job Description:

As Senior Sous Chef, you will serve as the right hand to the Head Chef, ensuring seamless kitchen operations and applying the best practices you have learned during your career.

The Senior Sous Chef will lead the kitchen from the main pass, guiding the team through busy services to ensure every dish meets our high standards.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with wastage, GP & Labour controls.
• Assist in scheduling, staffing, and performance management of kitchen personnel.
• Ensure that every dish is prepared and executed to the highest standards.
• Ensure correct prep levels by our dedicated prep team.
• Ensure deliveries and stock are stored correctly by the Goods Receiver.
• Order precisely to ensure full menu availability and minimal wastage.
• Ensure every service is the best it can be.
• Lead the team through positive and constructive methods.
• Look after staff wellbeing.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain high food standards.
• Pioneer a positive work environment and foster teamwork.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Senior Sous Chef or similar role in a busy kitchen environment.
• Strong culinary skills and a passion for quality.
• Leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of EBITDA & GP.
• Understanding PnL’s to make positive cuts increasing overall profit.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Benefits & rewards:

• Competitive industry pay (based on salary & Tronc).
• Additionally, all managers receive an element of variable tronc.
• 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 & more.

Join our culinary team as Senior Sous Chef and contribute to 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, engaged, and caring for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and celebrating our individualities and differences.