Sous Chef

Six by Nico - Cardiff; Salford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Annual pay review

Travel opportunities across sites

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Six by Nico is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to help lead the team in a fast-paced kitchen. The role involves supporting the Head Chef, overseeing daily operations, and delivering high-quality dishes as menus rotate every six weeks.

You will develop your skills across diverse cooking styles, demonstrate strong leadership and teamwork, and uphold food safety standards. The position offers career development, regular pay reviews, and opportunities to work across Six by Nico sites in the UK and

Qualifications

• Experience as a sous chef in a high-volume kitchen.
• Ability to lead and work well within a team.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and contemporary cooking techniques.
• Willingness to adapt to rotating menus every 6 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in overseeing kitchen operations.
• Supervise kitchen staff and coordinate meal prep.
• Maintain high quality food and presentation in a fast-paced environment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Adaptability

Job description

As a company, we believe that we are responsible for providing a platform that will allow our employees to progress. We are proud to employ brilliant people who are passionate about what they do.

We are currently seeking an experienced Sous Chef, who is an enthusiastic and driven individual, to help lead the team at Six by Nico.

The role

Due to our unique concept, we change menus every 6 weeks which will give you the opportunity for continual development of your skills and knowledge with different cooking styles.

The role of Sous chef will see you work closely with the Head chef in overseeing the entire kitchen operation. You will assist in supervising your team and coordinating the delivery of high quality food, in a busy and fast paced kitchen environment. You will have enthusiasm to develop your own skills and knowledge in the kitchen as well as the people around you.

As a Sous Chef at Six by Nico, you will:

• Have the ability to control and oversee the seasoning, portioning and appearance of the food served
• Demonstrate and promote teamwork within the kitchen and front of house
• Excellent communication and the ability to lead and also work well with others
• Have a good knowledge & understanding on food, modern food preparation techniques and food safety.
• Be committed to delivering first class service
• Have a positive attitude and ability to multitask
• Have good organisational skills and the ability to work well under pressure

What's in it for you?

• Excellent opportunities for Career development and growth.
• Working with a team striving for perfection daily
• The opportunity to become a superstar with passion at the forefront of your professional mindset
• Christmas Day & Boxing Day guaranteed off to enjoy well deserved downtime to celebrate the festivities.
• Annual Pay Review - ensuring your skills, knowledge and experience are valued every step of the way.
• Travel opportunities across all Six By Nico sites in the UK and Ireland.
• People Engagement Board - we want to listen and learn from you, you can have this opportunity to tell us your feedback every month via our team engagement platform, we listen and learn.
• Employee Assist Programme - our employee wellbeing is integral in such a demanding industry. Every member of the team has access to “Health Assured”', a well-being app with mental health advice and support, finance support, weekly mood tracker and more. With this programme our employees have access to support whenever they need it.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we would love to hear from you.

Six by Nico is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Salaries will be paid at an hourly rate inclusive of service charge.

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