Senior Sous Chef Contemporary Chinese Cuisine

Collins King & Associates Limited; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Senior Sous Chef Contemporary Chinese Cuisine

Are you a passionate and dynamic chef with a flair for contemporary Chinese cuisine? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment where tradition meets innovation? If so, we invite you to embark on an exciting culinary journey with us!

This restaurant is more than just a dining destination; it’s a sensory experience where traditional Chinese flavours are beautifully fused with modern cooking techniques. We pride ourselves on our unique identity, crafting dishes that surprise and delight our guests.

As the Senior Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Executive Chef to lead and inspire our kitchen brigade. You will play a key role in menu development, maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation, and fostering a positive and innovative kitchen culture.

Senior Sous Chef responsibilities:

1. Assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations and menu planning.
2. Develop and implement creative dishes that blend traditional Chinese flavours with modern techniques.
3. Maintain consistency and excellence in food quality, taste, and presentation.
4. Supervise and train junior chefs, ensuring smooth kitchen operations.
5. Uphold health, safety, and hygiene standards at all times.
6. Collaborate with the team to continuously improve and evolve the menu.

Senior Sous Chef requirements:

1. Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-end, modern Asian or Chinese restaurant.
2. Exceptional culinary skills and a passion for innovative, contemporary cuisine.
3. Strong leadership abilities and excellent communication skills.
4. Knowledge of modern cooking methods and ingredient combinations.
5. Ability to work under pressure and maintain composure in a high-paced environment.
6. A genuine love for culinary artistry and the desire to push culinary boundaries.

Senior Sous offer:

1. Monthly sessions for all the team to experience from massages, yoga, pottery painting and much more.
2. Cycle to work scheme.
3. Bespoke staff food menu designed by all our head chefs.
4. Mental health first aiders.
5. Access to EAP scheme.
6. Bespoke development journeys for all our team.
7. Development academies to support the progression and development of our team.
8. Chef Academies visiting our amazing suppliers across the UK.
9. 50% off food and drink Monday to Thursday up to a table of 4 at the restaurant.
10. After reaching your 2nd Anniversary and each subsequent anniversary you will be welcomed to dine at any of the other restaurants in the group.
11. Recommend a friend scheme.
12. Wagestream - access a share of your earned wages whenever you need it.
13. Employee of the month award.
14. Monthly team building events.
15. Annual celebration.

If you are ready to take your culinary career to the next level and be part of something truly special, we would love to hear from you!

Please click the link now to apply.

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