Sous Chef

Goldstar Chefs; Bothwell; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Italian restaurant in Bothwell seeks a dedicated Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and deliver exceptional Italian cuisine. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in high-quality Italian dishes and technical knowledge of ingredients. Responsibilities include supervising chefs, managing food preparation, and participating in menu development. Competitive gross salary package ranging from £33,000 to £40,000.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday (pro rata)

Employer’s workplace pension

Employee care and well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
• Experience in the preparation of authentic high-quality Italian dishes.
• Technical knowledge of ingredient quality, sourcing, measuring & formulation.
• Minimum 3 years as Sous Chef and 6 years in escalating roles.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and HACCP protocols.
• Resident within one hour commute.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations and deliver exceptional Italian cuisine.
• Supervise junior chefs and manage food preparation and presentation.
• Oversee purchasing and stock control.
• Contribute to menu development.

Skills

Experience in high-quality Italian cuisine

Attention to detail

Ability to work well with others

Creative and passionate

Hardworking and conscientious

Education

Industrial training from a culinary/hospitality institute

Job description

Position

Sous Chef

Employer

Premium Italian Restaurant

Location

Bothwell, South Lanarkshire, Scotland

Gross OTE Salary package

£33,000 to £40,000

Weekly working hours / days

48 hours within 5/6 days

Benefits & Entitlements

28 days paid holiday (pro rata) incentives, employer’s workplace pension, employee care and well being initiatives + more

Responsibilities

As Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to lead kitchen operations and deliver exceptional Italian cuisine. You’ll be responsible for supervising junior chefs, managing food preparation and presentation, overseeing purchasing and stock control, and maintaining food cost and gross profit targets. You’ll also handle relevant administrative duties and contribute to menu development.

Minimum Requirements

• Eligibility to live and work in UK
• Experience in the preparation of authentic high‑quality Italian dishes
• Technical knowledge of ingredient quality, sourcing, measuring & formulation
• Industrial training in a world renowned culinary/hospitality institute
• Ideal previous experience of at least 3 years in role of Sous Chef + min 6 years of prior experience in escalating job ranks
• Relevant Health & Safety credentials and knowledge of HACCP protocols
• Resident within commutable distance of up to one hour

Attributes

• Performance, achievement and results driven
• Have an eye for detail
• Able to work well with others
• Creative energetic and passionate about delivering culinary excellence
• A hardworking, fastidious and conscientious individual
• Sound health and fitness