Sous Chef - Barbican Centre

Benugo Limited; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a renowned establishment for an experienced Sous Chef. This role involves collaborating with the Head Chef to create innovative menu ideas while ensuring the highest food quality and safety standards. You will lead and motivate the kitchen team, manage stock levels, and play a vital role in maintaining the restaurant's reputation for excellence. Join a dynamic company that values inclusivity and offers a supportive environment for career growth. Enjoy perks like free meals, competitive pay, and a range of benefits that enhance your work-life balance.

Benefits

Free lunch on shift

Free tea and coffee at any location

Monthly allowance at any location

Life Assurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Company sick leave

Company annual leave

Employee discounts at retailers

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders support

Qualifications

• Experience in high volume kitchens is essential.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Head Chef and lead the kitchen team.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are maintained.

Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Experience in High Volume Kitchens

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join the team at Benugo Barbican Centre.

The Barbican Kitchen is located in the Barbican Estate in the City of London. An all year Café/Restaurant open from 10am to 8pm - Monday to Sunday. The restaurant serves freshly made pizza, sandwiches, salads, and a selection of street food.

Shifts: 5 days out of 7, daytime

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

About the Sous Chef role:

• Reporting directly with the Head Chef and deputising in their absence
• Working with the Head Chef and Group Executive Chef to develop new menu ideas and ways to improve our offerings
• Ensuring the food quality is at its highest standard at all times
• Ensure the performance of the chef team is of the highest standard by motivating and leading by example
• Overseeing stock levels and making key decisions about stock control in conjunction with the Head Chef
• Ensure all food safety and health and safety procedures are maintained to the highest standard

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience within high volume kitchens
• Strong communication and leadership skills

Additional Information

Benugo has built a culture of inclusivity & progression for all employees. Not only have we retained our family-feel culture, but we also offer a range of benefits including:

• Free lunch on shift
• Free tea and coffee at any Benugo location
• A monthly allowance to use at any Benugo location
• Competitive rate
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave pay for when your family is growing
• Company sick leave
• Company annual leave
• Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing and exciting company with a very prestigious list of clients
• Employee discounts at several retailers (via Hapi app) & fitness providers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme & our trained Mental Health First Aiders

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now!