Sous Chef

Signature Pub Group Ltd.; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Junior Sous Chef in a dynamic kitchen environment. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the Head Chef, assisting in menu preparation and overseeing kitchen operations. You'll train and mentor junior staff while ensuring high standards of food quality and hygiene. Enjoy a supportive work culture that promotes a healthy work/life balance and offers generous staff discounts and additional leave days. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Staff discount on F&B

Employee Assistance Programme

Extra annual leave days

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and ability to prepare high-quality meals.
• Experience in managing kitchen staff and ensuring efficient operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with menu preparation and develop new dishes with the Head Chef.
• Oversee kitchen operations and manage staff during busy service periods.
• Ensure kitchen hygiene and safety regulations are met.

Skills

Advanced Culinary Skills

Leadership & Team Management

Time Management & Multi-tasking

Problem-Solving & Decision-Making

Attention to Detail

Job description

Junior Sous Chef - Full Time, Permanent

Base Salary of £37,000 Basic + Tronc (Circa £4.00)

Junior Sous Chef Duties

1. Assisting with Menu Preparation: Work closely with the Head Chef to develop, plan, and implement new dishes, ensuring they align with the restaurant’s concept and meet quality standards.
2. Overseeing Kitchen Operations: Manage kitchen staff during shifts, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently, and the kitchen runs smoothly, particularly during busy service periods.
3. Staff Training & Mentoring: Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, providing guidance on cooking techniques, safety standards, and operational procedures to enhance team performance.
4. Maintaining Kitchen Hygiene & Safety: Ensure that the kitchen adheres to all health, safety, and hygiene regulations, conducting regular checks and maintaining a clean and organised environment.
5. Inventory & Stock Control: Assist with inventory management, including ordering, monitoring stock levels, and ensuring the proper storage of ingredients to minimise waste and ensure consistent food quality.

Required Skills

1. Advanced Culinary Skills: Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and culinary skills, with the ability to prepare and cook high-quality meals consistently.
2. Leadership & Team Management: Ability to manage and motivate kitchen staff, ensuring efficient operations, maintaining morale, and fostering a positive team environment.
3. Time Management & Multi-tasking: Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple kitchen tasks simultaneously, ensuring timely preparation and delivery of dishes during busy periods.
4. Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Ability to address kitchen challenges quickly and effectively, making decisions that ensure food quality, kitchen efficiency, and guest satisfaction.
5. Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail in food preparation, presentation, and portion control, ensuring dishes are consistently prepared to the highest standard.

Benefits

On top of pay, our wider benefits include:

• Staff discount ranging from 25% to 50% on F&B at all Signature Group Venues
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Extra annual leave days gathered through service

Plus so much more! We look after our team and provide access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program. Signature Group promotes a healthy work/life balance.

Applying for Signature

If this sounds like something you want to be a part of, apply today by sending in your CV.

Black Bull is part of Signature Group, which has 21 venues across Scotland, including Cold Town House, Paramount, Badger & Co, The Spiritualist, McLarens on the Corner, Copper Blossom, The Smokin’ Fox, and more.

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