Sous Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Ullock; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium restaurant in Cumbria seeks a talented Sous Chef to join its team. This role demands experience at a high culinary level, with responsibilities including assisting the Head Chef, ensuring food quality, and contributing to menu innovation. The restaurant offers a work-life balance, closed Sundays to Tuesdays, and employee benefits such as temporary accommodation and discounts.

Benefits

Temporary accommodation

Employee discounts

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience at a high level in a quality kitchen.
• Drive to work within a skilled culinary team.
• A strong passion for the culinary industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in kitchen operations.
• Ensure quality control and food preparation.
• Contribute to innovative menu development.
• Supervise and mentor kitchen staff.
• Adhere to food safety regulations.
• Lead kitchen in Head Chef's absence.
• Manage problem-solving and cost control.

Skills

Experience at a 3 AA Rosette or Michelin Star level

Passion for high quality food

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Details

Role: Sous Chef. Location: Cumbria. Employer: A Premium Restaurant with Rooms. Salary: £40,000 + Service Charge + Overtime.

Are you an ambitious Sous Chef seeking a rewarding challenge in the picturesque region of Cumbria? Join an acclaimed establishment where your culinary expertise will shine. This is a unique opportunity for a talented Chef to contribute to an exceptional dining experience in the north of Cumbria.

As a key member of the kitchen team, you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining the high standards of this celebrated Cumbria inn. This Sous Chef position offers a fantastic work-life balance and the chance to work with exceptional produce.

Special Features

• Salary of £40,000.
• Temporary Accommodation to assist with relocation.
• Closed Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays - a 4-day working week.
• Closed bank holidays, except for Christmas Lunch.
• Opportunities for learning and development.
• Employee discounts.

Your Responsibilities

• Assisting the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen operations.
• Precise food preparation and quality control.
• Contributing to innovative menu development to a Michelin star level.
• Supervising and mentoring kitchen staff.
• Ensuring strict adherence to food safety and health and safety regulations.
• Leading the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Effective problem-solving and cost control.

Qualifications

• Proven experience at a 3 AA Rosette or Michelin Star level.
• A passion for high quality food, and a drive to work within a team of highly skilled chefs.
• A true passion for the industry.

This is your chance to advance your career in the stunning setting of Cumbria. If you're a driven Sous Chef ready for a new challenge, apply now!

Contact

Contact: George Smart

Job Number: (phone number removed) / INDELITE

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.