Sous Chef

Rayment Recruitment; Colchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gastro pub in Colchester is seeking a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. This role involves designing seasonal dishes, mentoring staff, and managing the kitchen during peak times. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in fresh food settings, thrive under pressure, and be creative in their approach.

Qualifications

• Proven Sous Chef experience in a fast-paced, fresh food environment.
• Ability to take control of the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Experience in menu development and training junior chefs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in efficient kitchen running and maintain high standards.
• Contribute to menu development and daily specials.
• Train and mentor junior brigade members.

Skills

Passion for fresh food

Creativity

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Sous ChefGBP32,000 - GBP36,000 DOEColchester

This beautiful gastro pub near Bures has plenty of charm & character, is a local favourite, and close to the Towns of Colchester, Ipswich and Sudbury. They require a Sous Chef who is capable of producing high quality meals using fresh ingredients, under pressure. This pub creates a variety of traditional and modern dishes, has an a la carte menu as well as offering chalkboard specials, and serves around 100 covers for lunch and dinner.

Car driver essential.

As Sous Chef you will be responsible for assisting in the efficient running of the kitchen & maintaining consistently high standards. You will also have input in menu development and daily specials.

This would be the ideal role if you have previous Sous Chef experience within a fast paced, fresh food environment.

The Role:

Our Client is seeking a talented sous chef who lives and breathes fresh produce.

The right Sous Chef should be passionate and creative, have a passion for fresh food, be hardworking and a team player

As Sous chef, you will work alongside the Head Chef, creating fresh seasonal dishes for their a la carte restaurant.

You will also train and mentor junior members of the brigade.

Deal with Rotas and menu completion.

You must have proven previous Sous chef experience within a fresh food establishment, be able to take control of the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.

If you're a Sous Chef looking for an exciting new challenge, please apply below!