Senior Sous Chef | 5 days out of 7

Thomas Franks Ltd.; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the catering sector seeks a creative and effective Senior Sous Chef to join their team at a prestigious boarding school in High Wycombe. This role offers the opportunity to prepare and serve high-quality meals in a vibrant environment, ensuring all food safety and hygiene standards are met. With a focus on teamwork and customer service, you'll play a crucial role in delivering exceptional dining experiences for students and staff alike. Enjoy benefits such as free meals on duty, discounts at major retailers, and opportunities for career progression within a leading independent caterer.

Benefits

Free Meals on Duty

Discounts at Major Retailers

Leave Entitlements

Pension Scheme

Training Opportunities

Social Events

Career Progression

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or food preparation preferred.
• Excellent personal hygiene and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food service areas for daily meal service.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage waste and recycling appropriately.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer Service Orientation

Food Hygiene Certification

Good Listening Skills

Adaptability

Education

Food Hygiene Certification

Job description

Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £42,327
Hours: 40 per week

A private girls' boarding and day school in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, for students aged 11-18. Catering for about 1050 students and teachers daily, we offer core meals including breakfast, lunch, and supper, along with AM and PM snacks at three feeding locations. The location also features extensive hospitality services. This is a 7-day operation with shift patterns of 5 days over 7. Free on-site parking is available.

We have an excellent opportunity for a creative and effective Senior Sous Chef to join our team at this prestigious location in High Wycombe.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare all food service areas for daily meal service.
• Ensure prompt service of all meals according to company and client standards.
• Ensure preparation and presentation methods meet company expectations.
• Set up, serve, clear, clean, and store food, beverages, and equipment required for service.
• Prepare food following hygiene and safety standards.
• Restock and replenish supplies during service to ensure smooth operations.
• Inform front of house of any shortages or delays.
• Complete cleaning and hygiene duties.
• Serve customers, visitors, and guests according to service standards.
• Manage waste and recycling appropriately.
• Assist with ordering and stock management.
• Ensure the kitchen complies with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Attend meetings and training sessions as required.
• Notify the head chef of stock needs for upcoming menus.

General Responsibilities:

• Attend staff meetings.
• Adhere to policies and procedures, legislation, and company standards.
• Wear the correct, clean uniform and maintain personal presentation.
• Perform food temperature checks and other safety checks.
• Follow reasonable instructions from management.
• Provide cover for absent staff when needed.
• Report hazards and ensure health and safety standards are met.

Personal Skills and Attributes:

• Teamwork, good listening skills, initiative, excellent personal hygiene and presentation, food hygiene certification preferred.
• Adaptability, reliability, honesty, customer service orientation.
• Willingness to learn and take responsibility.
• Ability to perform moderate lifting and physical tasks.
• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written.
• Experience in customer service or food preparation preferred.

Benefits include discounts at major retailers, free meals on duty, leave entitlements, pension scheme, training opportunities, social events, and career progression within a leading independent caterer.

About us

Thomas Franks is a founder-led, fresh food catering business committed to excellence, individuality, and passion. Our clients and staff are central to our success.

Disclaimer

Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK. An enhanced DBS, identity, and reference checks will be conducted. We are committed to safeguarding children and fair employment practices, complying fully with the DBS Code of Practice. Applications from underrepresented groups are encouraged to promote diversity and inclusion.