Sous Chef

Humber Recruitment; East Lindsey; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

5 days per week

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Humber Recruitment is seeking an experienced Sous Chef/Senior Chef to join our busy kitchen team. You will work alongside the Head Chef to ensure food is prepared to a high standard and help manage services for restaurant, functions and weddings.

The role requires organising under pressure during peak periods and a proactive approach to menu development and kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef, Senior Chef, or strong Chef de Partie.
• Confident in a busy, quality kitchen.
• Prefers fresh food from scratch.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Team player; calm under pressure.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
• Reliable, hardworking and professional.
• Willing to take responsibility and progress.
• Own transport if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Prepare and cook fresh food to a high standard.
• Maintain quality, presentation and portion control.
• Supervise and support the kitchen team.
• Ensure high standards of hygiene and safety.
• Assist with ordering, stock control and reducing waste.
• Work efficiently during service and events.
• Maintain a clean, organised kitchen.
• Contribute ideas to menus and operations.
• Step in for Head Chef when required.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Strong leadership

Attention to detail

Team player

Calm under pressure

Job description

Sous Chef / Senior Chef

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Sous Chef / Senior Chef to join our busy kitchen team.

We pride ourselves on serving fresh, quality food cooked from scratch and are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, has high standards and enjoys working in a busy kitchen environment.

The Role

Working alongside the Head Chef, you will play an important role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. You will help ensure food is prepared and presented to a consistently high standard while supporting the team during busy restaurant services, functions and weddings.

During peak season, the kitchen can cater for multiple weddings each week alongside regular restaurant and function trade, so the ability to remain organised and calm under pressure is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef with the daily running of the kitchen.
• Prepare and cook fresh food to a high standard.
• Maintain consistent quality, presentation and portion control.
• Supervise and support the kitchen team.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
• Assist with ordering, stock control and reducing food waste.
• Work efficiently during busy restaurant services, functions and weddings.
• Maintain a clean, organised and professional kitchen.
• Contribute ideas to menus and kitchen operations.
• Take responsibility for the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence when required.

About You

• Has previous Sous Chef, Senior Chef or strong Chef de Partie experience.
• Is confident working in a quality, busy kitchen.
• Takes pride in producing fresh food from scratch.
• Has excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Can remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Has a good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
• Is reliable, hardworking and professional.
• Is ready to take on responsibility and progress within the kitchen team.
• Has their own transport where required.

What We Offer

• £16 per hour
• 5 days per week
• Wednesday & Thursday normally off
• A varied role covering restaurant service, functions and weddings
• The opportunity to work closely with the Head Chef
• A friendly and professional kitchen environment
• Opportunities for progression

If you are an experienced chef looking for your next opportunity and are ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.