Sous Chef

The Ivy Collection; Norwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Industry pay

Extra holiday allowance

50% staff discount

Gift vouchers for career anniversaries

Career Development and Training

Guaranteed day off on Birthday

Access to discounts on retailers

Access to discounts on retailers

Job summary

A leading fine dining establishment in Norwich is seeking a skilled Sous Chef. The role involves ensuring high standards in food preparation while leading and mentoring a large kitchen team. Ideal candidates will have previous Sous Chef experience, strong culinary skills, and leadership abilities. The position offers competitive pay, extra holiday for long service, and significant staff discounts. Join us in delivering exceptional dining experiences while being part of a supportive kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a busy kitchen environment.
• Passion for quality and creativity in culinary arts.
• Experience working with large kitchen teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Experience in working with a large kitchen team.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety practices, and culinary techniques.
• Knowledge of GP and stock control.
• Ability to organise and direct many checks at once.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct prep levels by the prep team.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain excellence.
• Support Head Chef in maintaining a positive work environment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations hygiene standards.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain consistency and excellence in execution.
• Assist with performance management of kitchen personnel.
• Support the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef in maintaining a positive work environment.

Skills

Strong culinary skills

Leadership abilities

Excellent communication

Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments

Knowledge of kitchen equipment

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

The Ivy Collection is established as an iconic destination for fine dining and impeccable service, The Ivy represents elegance, sophistication, and culinary excellence. With a rich history spanning decades, our commitment to exceeding guest expectations remains unwavering.

The Sous Chef will work alongside the line chefs to ensure every dish is prepared to our high standards. The role is a leadership role but still requires you to be hands‑on – perfect for someone who still loves cooking but wants to perfect their leadership skills.

With such a large kitchen team, you are able to focus on each aspect of the role, so that when you are on section with the team you are focused on food quality and training and when you are on Pass you are fully focused on leading the team through a great service.

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring correct prep levels by our dedicated prep team.
• Ensuring deliveries and stock are put away correctly by the Goods Receiver.
• Checking cleaning rotas are completed
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations hygiene standards.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain consistency and excellence in execution.
• Assist with performance management of kitchen personnel.
• Support the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef in maintaining a positive work environment.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a busy kitchen environment.
• Strong culinary skills and a passion for quality and creativity.
• Leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
• Experience in working with a large kitchen team.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety practices, and culinary techniques.
• A knowledge of GP and stock control.
• Ability to organise and direct many checks at once.

Benefits & rewards:

• Competitive Industry pay (based on salary & Tronc).
• Additionally, all managers receive an element of variable tronc.
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.
• 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants.
• Celebrate career anniversaries, with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants.
• Career Development and Training, including Apprenticeships.
• You can take your Birthday as a day off - Guaranteed!
• Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more.

Join our kitchen team as Sous Chef and be a part of delivering exceptional dining experiences!

About us: Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.