Sous Chef

WSH Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Blue Coat School in Birmingham seeks a Sous Chef to join the kitchen leadership under Holroyd Howe's catering team. You will help deliver high-end dishes for bespoke events, large corporate functions, and banqueting, while mentoring a structured kitchen team.

With a focus on quality, innovation, and guest experience, you will collaborate closely with the Head Chef, ensuring compliance with food safety standards and efficient operations for every service.

Qualifications

• Flexible, adaptable attitude for a dynamic kitchen environment.
• 2+ years experience in a busy food operation.
• Solid understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Ability to follow and enforce food hygiene policies.
• Strong rapport with senior management and team leaders.
• Interest in contributing to menu planning and development.
• Passion for using fresh ingredients in high-quality cooking.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing all kitchen operations, staffing, and inventory.
• Collaborate on menus using seasonal ingredients and guest preferences.
• Oversee food preparation to ensure recipes, quality, and safety standards are met.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff on techniques, sanitation, and teamwork.
• Conduct regular checks of food quality, presentation, and temperature; address issues promptly.

Skills

Flexible attitude

Can-do attitude

Independent worker

Experience in busy kitchen

Understanding of H&S regulations

Follow food hygiene policy

Rapport with senior management

Menu planning & development

Enthusiasm for fresh ingredients

Education

NVQ in a kitchen qualification

HACCP and COSHH

Job description

The Blue Coat School in Birmingham are looking for a Sous Chef to Join the team

As part of Holroyd Howe's catering company, in this venue, you will get a chance to create the finest quality of dishes and deliver exceptional culinary experiences for our guests. You will have a structured team, that you will work closely with to create high end, tailored events from bespoke fine dining dinners to large scale corporate parties and outdoor events.

Job Description

Be the culinary backbone of our kitchen, working closely with the Head Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences. With your creative flair and leadership skills, you'll inspire our culinary team, ensuring the highest standards of quality and innovation in every dish we serve.

• Assist the Head Chef in managing all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, staffing, and inventory management.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to create and refine menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients, culinary trends, and guest preferences.
• Oversee food preparation activities, ensuring dishes are prepared according to recipes, quality standards, and food safety regulations.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance on culinary techniques, sanitation practices, and teamwork to maintain high levels of productivity and quality.
• Conduct regular inspections of food items, ensuring proper presentation, taste, and temperature, and addressing any issues or discrepancies promptly.

Qualifications

Person specification:

• To be flexible
• Have a "can do" attitude

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently
• Experience of a busy food operation within the last 2 years
• To have a thorough understanding of H&S regulations
• To be able to follow food hygiene policy require
• Ability to build rapport quickly with Senior Management
• A positive approach to menu planning and development
• Flair and enthusiasm of working with fresh ingredients

Education and Experience

• Worked in a similar environment
• NVQ in a kitchen qualification
• HACCP and COSHH
• Demonstrate knowledge of a busy working kitchen and banqueting operation

Personal Qualities

• Must have enthusiasm and passion for food
• Must be punctual and reliable
• Be self-motivated

N.B. This Job Description is intended to illustrate the main duties and responsibilities. It is not exhaustive of all aspects of the role of Sous Chef but serves as a guideline. You are advised that the duties and responsibilities may change from time to time.