Sous Chef

Recruitment Helpline; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join their team in Ipswich. You will be responsible for cooking meals, maintaining kitchen standards, and developing menu items. The ideal candidate should have prior culinary experience, strong food safety knowledge, and excellent organizational skills. This position is full-time with competitive pay and benefits, including discounted food and a pension plan.

Benefits

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Employee discount

Free parking

On-site parking

Referral programme

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a culinary role, preferably as a line cook.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to recipes.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Assist in developing and executing menu items.

Skills

Food preparation techniques

Attention to detail

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Food safety and sanitation practices

Job description

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef to join a well-established company!

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Salary: Competitive Salary From GBP32,000 PA, Depending on Experience.

Location: Woolverstone, Ipswich. IP9.

Schedule: 45 Hours per week - Hours vary 5 over 7 days per week, including evenings and weekends.

About The Role:

Based at a sailing club which is very busy during the Summer months, but then open only for weekends during low-season (and closed Christmas day). Cooking lunches, making baked counter items, hot dishes for both lunch and evening, and catering for in-house and external events. Must be able to work well under pressure, be efficient and keep their workstation clean and tidy.

The right person will work alongside the head chef, however, will need to work autonomously and oversee the kitchen day-to-day. Will be required to support the head chef in food preparation for outside events, as well as with menu development and any hygiene matters. They will need someone who can be independent on food service months and must be a team player.

Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare and cook food items according to recipes and quality standards
• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations
• Assist in the development and execution of menu items
• Ensure all food products are properly stored, rotated, and labelled
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations
• Assist in training and supervising kitchen staff
• Monitor food production to ensure consistency and quality
• Follow all company policies and procedures

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience in a culinary role, preferably as a Line Cook
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to work well within a team
• Proficient in food safety and sanitation practices
• Strong knowledge of food production techniques and recipe execution
• Ability to help develop new menu items and contribute to menu planning
• Experience supervising kitchen staff and managing a team

Company Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

The company offer competitive pay rates, opportunities for career advancement, and a positive work environment. If you are passionate about culinary arts and enjoy working in a dynamic kitchen environment, we would love to hear from you.

If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.