Sous Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed culinary opportunity awaits a skilled Sous Chef near the picturesque region of Aberdeen. Join a prestigious team and elevate your career in a vibrant kitchen environment. In this role, you will support the Head Chef, ensuring culinary excellence and exceptional dining experiences. With a competitive salary and generous benefits, including a share reward scheme and comprehensive medical insurance, this position is perfect for those passionate about high-quality food and teamwork. If you're ready to take on a new challenge, this is your chance to shine in a stunning location.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowance

Excellent pension contributions

Share Reward scheme

Comprehensive private medical insurance

24/7 wellbeing support

Generous product allowance

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience at a 3 AA Rosette or Michelin Star level.
• Passion for high-quality food and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Supervise and mentor kitchen staff while ensuring quality control.
• Contribute to innovative menu development and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Culinary Excellence

Menu Development

Food Safety Regulations

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Job description

Sous Chef – Lead Culinary Excellence Near Aberdeen!

Are you a highly skilled Sous Chef ready to take on a challenging role near the beautiful region of Aberdeen in Scotland? This is your chance to join an esteemed team and contribute to an exceptional culinary experience. This opportunity allows an experienced Chef to work within a unique and prestigious environment, close to Aberdeen.

As a vital Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef and play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of culinary excellence. Your expertise will be crucial in delivering exceptional dining experiences near Aberdeen.

Here’s what you can expect:

1. Competitive salary of £40,000 plus 20%.
2. Generous holiday allowance: 37 days, plus 4 volunteer days.
3. Excellent pension contributions (employee up to 8.75%, employer up to 14%).
4. Share Reward scheme up to 10% (subject to eligibility).
5. Comprehensive private medical insurance.
6. 24/7 wellbeing support for you and your loved ones.
7. Generous product allowance and staff shop discount.
8. Enhanced maternity, paternity, and carers leave.
9. The chance to work as a Chef at a 3 AA Rosette or Michelin Star level.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Assisting the Head Chef in all kitchen operations.
2. Ensuring precise food preparation and quality control.
3. Contributing to innovative menu development.
4. Supervising and mentoring kitchen staff.
5. Maintaining strict adherence to food safety and health regulations.
6. Leading the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
7. Effective problem-solving and cost control.

We’re looking for a Sous Chef with:

1. Proven experience at a 3 AA Rosette or Michelin Star level.
2. A passion for high-quality food and teamwork.
3. A true passion for the industry, and a desire to work alongside a highly skilled Head Chef.

This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a stunning location near Aberdeen. If you’re a driven Chef ready for a new challenge, apply now!

Contact: Nicky Faith

Job Number: 932038 / INDELITE

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.