Sous Chef

The Chef Hub ?; West of England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious fine dining restaurant located in Bristol is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their team. The ideal candidate will have culinary experience and a strong track record in elevating kitchen standards while collaborating effectively. This role offers a vibrant working environment with opportunities for career progression and development under a renowned Head Chef.

Benefits

Salary performance bonus

Pension plan

Discounted gym membership

Career progression opportunities

Great social activity calendar

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of culinary experience with at least 1 year as Sous Chef.
• Experience in casual & fine dining environments.
• Ability to motivate and leverage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Elevate the restaurant experience through accolades.
• Ensure high-quality service during fine dining and events.
• Collaborate with kitchen team and restaurant manager.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Culinary skills

Passion for local sourcing

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Health & Safety Level 2

Allergen Awareness Training

Job description

City Of Bristol, England, United Kingdom

Sous Chef

The Chef Hub City Of Bristol, England, United Kingdom

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A private members club, outdoor event space, wedding venue and fine dining experience, in a recently refurbished townhouse venue in the heart of Bristol.

The restaurant, serves modern British cuisine in a contemporary and creative setting. Celebrating fine dining and seasonal ingredients, with renowned local Head Chef and the team champion Bristol’s best produce whilst showcasing innovative techniques.

The Challenge:

We are looking for someone who will enjoy the challenge of strengthening the offering around our values and elevate the restaurant to a destination venue through accolades, in its premium setting, nestled along side a townhouse hotel.

Scope of Role:

Looking for an unforgettable dinner party experience? Private dining at this venue, set in a beautifully restored Georgian townhouse, offers award-winning menus showcasing the best seasonal flavours.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or hosting a larger gathering, our venue provides exclusive hire, bespoke options, and a boutique lounge for drinks and canapés, ensuring your event is nothing short of extraordinary, an art space thats like no other to include in this wow space too.

A team of 11, in a private members setting (and open to the general public area too) this is a gorgeous setting in Berkley Square, Bristol.

Number of hours per week: 45 hours per week (rota based to include evenings and weekends).

Average number of covers per day: On a typical day a la carte, it'd be around 20-60 per day. On Fridays and Saturdays, or at times when they have an event or private party on they can have group dining up to 65 people, and BBQs / buffets, up to 120 people, this venue really has something for everyone on offer.

Knows what it takes to get accolades having worked in fine dining and event space previously, and better still a track record of having elevated a kitchen to that level.

Passion for kitchen garden, foraging, and local sourcing, ideally with some previous experience of doing so in the SW of England.

A proven track record of being a team member that knows how to effectively leverage the team and wider with good motivational skills. Able to balance the stress of service with the right balance of carrot and not just stick.

Can demonstrate a keen interest in effective communication to restaurant by FOH and can collaborate with the restaurant manager to achieve the best results

Salary+ performance bonus+ share of tips (Paid monthly)

Pension, discounted gym membership, great social activity calendar and much more!

Working environment that strives to keep a healthy work-life balance

Beautiful working environment with a broad and diverse team

Career Progression and development from a renowned long standing Head Chef

Requirements

A private members club, outdoor event space, wedding venue and fine dining experience, in a recently refurbished townhouse venue in the heart of Bristol.

The restaurant, serves modern British cuisine in a contemporary and creative setting. Celebrating fine dining and seasonal ingredients, with renowned local Head Chef and the team champion Bristol’s best produce whilst showcasing innovative techniques.

The Challenge:

We are looking for someone who will enjoy the challenge of strengthening the offering around our values and elevate the restaurant to a destination venue through accolades, in its premium setting, nestled along side a townhouse hotel.

Scope of Role:

Looking for an unforgettable dinner party experience? Private dining at this venue, set in a beautifully restored Georgian townhouse, offers award-winning menus showcasing the best seasonal flavours.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or hosting a larger gathering, our venue provides exclusive hire, bespoke options, and a boutique lounge for drinks and canapés, ensuring your event is nothing short of extraordinary, an art space thats like no other to include in this wow space too.

A team of 11, in a private members setting (and open to the general public area too) this is a gorgeous setting in Berkley Square, Bristol.

Number of hours per week: 45 hours per week (rota based to include evenings and weekends).

Average number of covers per day: On a typical day a la carte, it'd be around 20-60 per day. On Fridays and Saturdays, or at times when they have an event or private party on they can have group dining up to 65 people, and BBQs / buffets, up to 120 people, this venue really has something for everyone on offer.

Ideal candidate profile:

Knows what it takes to get accolades having worked in fine dining and event space previously, and better still a track record of having elevated a kitchen to that level.

Passion for kitchen garden, foraging, and local sourcing, ideally with some previous experience of doing so in the SW of England.

A proven track record of being a team member that knows how to effectively leverage the team and wider with good motivational skills. Able to balance the stress of service with the right balance of carrot and not just stick.

Can demonstrate a keen interest in effective communication to restaurant by FOH and can collaborate with the restaurant manager to achieve the best results

Salary+ performance bonus+ share of tips (Paid monthly)

Pension, discounted gym membership, great social activity calendar and much more!

Working environment that strives to keep a healthy work-life balance

Beautiful working environment with a broad and diverse team

Career Progression and development from a renowned long standing Head Chef

Requirements

Ability to commute/relocate:

Bristol BS8: Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Min 5 years of culinary experience, min 1 years as Sous Chef

Casual & Fine Dining, volume experience

Passion for teamwork, commitment and growth,

Licence/Certification:

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (required)

H&S level 2 (required)

Allergen awareness training (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

The Chef Hub is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these factors.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, please contact us directly, should you have any further questions or concerns.

Eligibility to Work in the UK

At The Chef Hub, we are committed to ensuring all our team members have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. As part of our recruitment process, all applicants must provide valid documentation demonstrating their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with current Home Office regulations. This may include, but is not limited to, a British or Irish passport, settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, or a valid visa that permits work in the UK.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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