Sous Chef

Absolute Taste; Bicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Absolute Taste as a Sous Chef in a high-end private aviation kitchen. This role involves leading the kitchen team in creating exquisite dishes for fine dining experiences at 40,000 feet, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction. This is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about culinary excellence in a unique environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

Contributory Pension Scheme

24/7 telephone health & well-being support

Paid Sick Leave (up to 10 days)

Qualifications

• Experience in high-end fine dining preferred.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work under pressure is crucial.
• Interest in food and learning necessary.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Head Chef and lead the kitchen team.
• Create dishes and recipes based on bespoke requests from customers.
• Ensure food quality standards and maintain hygiene.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Cooking

High-end fine dining experience

Flexibility

Job description

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We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Sous Chef to become part of our busy Private Aviation Inflight kitchen at our state-of-the-art headquarters in Bicester, Oxfordshire. Think of high-end fine dining experiences at 40,000 feet in the air!

The Role of a Sous Chef:

• 45 hours per week
• 5 days out of 7
• Weekends will be required (on a rotational basis)
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) per annum*
• Contributory Pension Scheme*
• 24/7 telephone health & well-being support & counselling service*
• Paid Sick Leave (up to 10 days)*

*T&Cs apply to all of the above

Role Responsibilities:

• Work with the Head Chef and lead the kitchen team
• Follow specifications and plating cards
• Create dishes and recipes based on bespoke requests from customers
• Produce beautiful food that can be re-plated and reheated onboard aircraft, maintaining freshness and flavor
• Label and rotate stock, including allergen information
• Support Head Chef with ordering, rota planning, and kitchen management
• Ensure food quality standards are met
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in all areas
• Prepare, produce, and pack food on time
• Operate and look after kitchen equipment
• Assist with stock management and inventory
• Wear appropriate PPE at all times
• Maintain flexibility in work duties
• Show interest in food and learning
• Contribute ideas to menus enthusiastically
• Lead the team professionally and motivate others
• Maintain excellent communication with stakeholders
• Pay attention to detail and produce great food
• Work efficiently under pressure
• Display strong leadership skills
• Experience in high-end fine dining is preferred

Join Absolute Taste, an innovative and expanding international events company, and be part of a passionate team. We aim to develop individuals to reach their full potential and redefine customer experiences. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow with a company that is going places.

This job description outlines the main duties and responsibilities and may change over time.