Sous Chef

C&N Recruitment Services Limited; St Albans; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Parking

Discounted food and beverages

Accommodation

Spa treatments

28 days holiday plus an extra day for your birthday

Job summary

A premier recruitment firm is seeking a talented Sous Chef for a brasserie restaurant in a luxury hotel in St Albans. The successful candidate will oversee kitchen operations, maintain quality standards, and collaborate on menu development. This role includes benefits like free meals, 28 days of holiday, and further training opportunities. If you are passionate about culinary excellence, apply today!

Qualifications

• Experience in a quality kitchen environment.
• Proficient in a variety of cooking styles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high standards in food preparation and presentation.
• Oversee kitchen team and collaborate on menu development.
• Adhere to safety and hygiene policies.
• Follow all company health, safety, and hygiene policies. Report maintenance needs, accidents, and any unsafe working conditions.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef and Executive Chef to develop and refine the Brasserie menu in line with seasonal ingredients and local flavour.
• Ensure allergens are clearly displayed and alternative options are available for diners with specific dietary needs.
• Support our Banqueting team with culinary expertise during busy functions or events as required.
• Enjoy a wide range of training and development opportunities to further your skills.

Skills

High-quality food preparation

Kitchen operations management

Menu development

Health and safety compliance

Job description

Overview

C&N Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Sous Chef to join a fantastic kitchen team in their brasserie restaurant at a 4* Hotel. The Brasserie will soon be going through a stunning refurbishment, we are on the search for a talented Sous Chef to join the team and help evaluate the dining experience.

You will be responsible for daily operations of the kitchen and food production and ensure the quality of the food is being maintained. You will also assist the Head Chef with making sure all policies and procedures are followed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to the highest quality standards, adhering to recipes and presentation guidelines. Monitor the quality of food throughout preparation and service, ensuring consistency.
• Oversee food quantities and portioning to meet restaurant demand, minimise food waste, and control costs in line with our budgets.
• Support and work closely with the Head Chef to ensure smooth kitchen operations. Step in to lead the kitchen team when needed and assist in developing new menu items.
• Follow all company health, safety, and hygiene policies. Report maintenance needs, accidents, and any unsafe working conditions.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef and Executive Chef to develop and refine the Brasserie menu in line with seasonal ingredients and local flavour.
• Ensure allergens are clearly displayed and alternative options are available for diners with specific dietary needs.
• Support our Banqueting team with culinary expertise during busy functions or events as required.
• Enjoy a wide range of training and development opportunities to further your skills.
• Free meals, parking, discounted food, beverages, accommodation, and spa treatments.
• 28 days holiday per year, plus an extra day for your birthday.
• Plus many many more

If you are looking to work in a luxury setting then apply today.