Sous Chef

Wells and Co.; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£34,000 - £38,000

28 days holiday

Company Pension scheme

Retail and beer discounts

Fun culture surrounded by a supportive

50% off food on shift

Refer a friend Bonus

Employee Assistance programme

Career development programme

30% dining discount of all managedh 0

Job summary

The Swan Inn in Milton Keynes is seeking a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations, delivering high-quality food to a busy pub and restaurant setting.

You will manage a team, uphold strict hygiene standards, ensure portion control and stock rotation. The role offers a competitive salary and a supportive, fun culture with career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Min 12 months as Sous Chef with a background in a busy food operation.
• Ability to deliver excellent standards in a fast-paced, pressurised environment.
• Strong leadership and team motivation skills.
• Desire to develop career with a well-known, expanding company.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present perfect food in accordance with company standards.
• Maintain highest standards of cleanliness.
• Adhere to safety and hygiene regulations.
• Follow portion controls accurately.
• Carry out stock rotation to ensure all items are within their shelf life and stored correctly.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and maintenance.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Food quality

Hygiene standards

Team motivation

Job description

The Swan Inn is a beautiful 13th century thatched country pub & restaurant, which has undoubtedly changed over the years, yet retains a wealth of original features & oozes a rustic, rural charm. (Just remember to duck when entering!) Our orchard beer garden is beautiful in the spring and summer months and really is the jewel in our crown.

Position:

Your role as chef:

• Prepare, cook and present perfect food in accordance with company standards therefore exceeding guest satisfaction at every eating occasion
• Taking PRIDE in maintaining highest standards of cleanliness
• Adhere to safety and hygiene regulations at all times
• Adhering accurately and consistently to portion controls
• Carrying out stock rotation to ensure all food items are within their shelf life, including maintaining correct storage conditions
• Ensuring the kitchen operation is maintained to the highest of standards with regards to cleanliness and maintenance

Requirements:

What we are looking for:

• Min 12 months as Sous Chef with a background in a busy food operation and passion for food quality
• The ability to deliver to excellent standards in a fast paced and pressurised environment
• Leadership qualities including motivating your team through holding regular and engaging team meetings and briefs
• A role model and a vision to inspire the kitchen team
• Have a desire to develop your career with a well known and expanding company

Other information:

We will offer you a great package:

• £34,000 - £38,000
• 28 days holiday
• Company Pension scheme
• Retail and beer discounts
• Fun culture surrounded by a supportive team
• 50% off food on shift
• Refer a friend Bonus
• Employee Assistance programme
• Career development programme
• 30% dining discount of all managed houses
• Great working environment and great prospects!