Sous Chef

Key Recruitment Limited; Chichester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency has an exciting opportunity for a Sous Chef to join an award-winning 2 AA Rosette restaurant in Chichester. You will support the Head Chef in cost management and menu development while leading a team to deliver high-quality dining experiences. Ideal candidates will hold relevant qualifications and have a track record in food and beverage operations. This full-time role offers a salary of £35,000 and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Event tickets

Free gym membership

Health cash plan

Performance share scheme

Provided chef whites

Qualifications

• Proven relevant experience in similar standard Food and Beverage operations.
• Desire to manage a team.
• Self-starter with enthusiasm for culinary arts.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with cost management.
• Develop and implement food concepts.
• Lead and mentor kitchen team.
• Work with suppliers to ensure value for money.

Skills

Cost management

Menu development

Team leadership

Relationship building

High quality service

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery

Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Overview

Key Recruitment have a new opportunity for a Sous Chef to join an award-winning 2 AA Rosette restaurant, based in a 4* hotel in Chichester.

£35,000

Full time - 5 out of 7 days including evenings and weekends

Responsibilities

• To support the Head Chef with cost management, including margin control, food revenue, payroll cost control and Capex management
• To support with the development of food concepts - writing, costing and implementing menus
• To lead by example by offering excellent levels of service and professionalism and supporting the team to develop their skill
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure value for money and minimal wastage

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery & Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate
• Proven relevant experience of working in similar standard Food and Beverage operations
• Previous experience of managing a team is desired
• Enthusiasm for what you do
• Ability to build long-lasting collaborative relationships
• A team player with a sense of fun and focus on high quality service
• Genuine passion for creating an exceptional dining experience

Benefits

• Event tickets
• Free gym membership and access to a comprehensive wellbeing programme
• A health cash plan
• Company performance share scheme
• Chef whites are provided

Interested?

Apply now