Sous Chef

Blue Arrow; Maesteg; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious restaurant in Maesteg is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to manage kitchen operations and assist in creating seasonal menus. The role requires strong culinary skills, knowledge of food hygiene, and a passion for high-quality food. Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication and customer service abilities, ensuring the highest standards in food preparation and presentation. This permanent position offers a competitive salary between £27,000 and £33,000 per annum, with options for accommodation. If you're ready to advance your career, apply today!

Benefits

Free accommodation option

Career progression opportunities

Work/life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment required.
• Ability to create and execute seasonal menus.
• Knowledge of food hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the head chef in managing kitchen operations.
• Assist in creating seasonal menus for restaurant and catering.
• Ensure all food standards are met.
• Promote positive service to customers and colleagues.
• Manage stock and cost control.

Skills

Culinary skills

Communication

Customer service

Food hygiene

Job description

Blue Arrow is currently recruiting for a Sous Chef to join a well established, prestigious restaurant and wedding venue located in Maesteg.

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £27,000-£33,000p.a

£27k salary to include Free accommodation / £33k without accommodation

Hours of work: Full time: 40 hours per week

Shifts: Week one #removed# Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday DAYS OFF

Week two: 15.00-finish Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday - Sunday, Monday - OFF

Role Summary:

Our client is a high-end gastro pub, serving great local produce to a high standard. This is an exciting opportunity if you have a passion for real food - no microwaves here! Want a fantastic work/life balance with flexibility and want to grow and progress in your career. You will be delivering the very best standards of customer service and presentation for customers at all times, in all areas of the business. Ensuring all Food Hygiene regulations are adhered to and exceeded. As a sous chef you will play a vital role in the day to day running of the kitchen, supporting the head chef in managing all kitchen operations in a smooth and timely manner.

Role Responsibilities:

Recognise the importance of communication, actively participating in daily briefing meetings and monthly team meetings

Assisting in creating seasonal menus for both the restaurant and event catering.

Promote a positive, helpful service to customers & colleagues at all times.

Ensure all food prepared, cooked, and served is to the highest standard

Be a proactive role model for the team, and taking all head chef responsibilities when they are not in the business

Be responsible and accountable for your own health and safety and that of colleagues

With the Head Chef manage, stock and cost control management

Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by management

Engage with local suppliers

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented chef to take the next step in their career. If you are looking for a new and exciting opportunity apply today for a quick response.

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