Sous Chef BS

4Leisure Recruitment; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plans

Training & Development

Free Golf

Discount on food & beverage

Staff referral programme

Free parking

Job summary

Beautiful Golf Club in the Basingstoke area is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join a busy kitchen within a growing hospitality group. The role offers around c£32,000 plus excellent benefits, with salary negotiable depending on experience.

You will contribute to menu development and bring energy and personality to guest dining experiences. Working with a Head Chef, you’ll prepare, cook and plate dishes, oversee kitchen staff in the Head Chef’s absence, ensure health and safety compliance, and

Qualifications

• At least 3 years in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Former Sous Chef or equivalent experience preferred.
• Degree or certification in Culinary Arts or related field.
• Solid knowledge of culinary techniques and tools.
• Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects, and work in a hot, fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding leadership, time management, and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in developing and implementing menus that align with high standards and culinary vision.
• Prepare, cook, and plate dishes in a timely and efficient manner.
• Oversee the kitchen staff in the Head Chef's absence to ensure consistent quality, presentation, and speed of service.
• Ensure food preparation and storage comply with health and safety regulations and standards.
• Minimize waste and maintain food costs by adhering to portion control guidelines and proper inventory management.
• Uphold highest standards of cleanliness and organization in the kitchen area.
• Continuously expand knowledge of culinary trends and techniques to introduce new items and flavours.

Skills

3+ years exp

Sous Chef exp

Culinary degree

Culinary techniques

Leadership

Time management

Flexibility

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Sous Chef – Beautiful Golf Club, Basingstoke Area

c£32,000 + Excellent Benefits (Salary negotiable depending on experience)

We're recruiting for a passionate Sous Chef to join a lovely golf club that forms part of a growing hospitality group. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who loves great food, enjoys sharing your passion with guests, and wants to be involved in developing exciting new ideas. The venue offers a busy clubhouse, weddings, private events, a popular driving range, and a fantastic outdoor BBQ and display kitchen. We're looking for a chef who enjoys cooking in front of guests, interacting with people, and bringing energy and personality to the dining experience. Working alongside a talented Head Chef, you'll play a key role in menu development and be encouraged to contribute fresh ideas and creative dishes.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in developing and implementing menus that align with our high standards and innovative culinary vision.
• Prepare, cook, and plate dishes in a timely and efficient manner.
• Oversee the kitchen staff in the Head Chef's absence to ensure consistent quality, presentation, and speed of service.
• Ensure food preparation and storage comply with health and safety regulations and standards.
• Minimize waste and maintain food costs by adhering to portion control guidelines and proper inventory management.
• Uphold highest standards of cleanliness and organization in the kitchen area.
• Continuously expand current knowledge of culinary trends and techniques to introduce new menu items and flavours

What We`re Looking For

• At least 3 years of experience in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
• Former experience as a Sous Chef or equivalent role preferred.
• Degree or certification in Culinary Arts or related field.
• Solid knowledge of culinary techniques and tools.
• Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects, and work in a hot and fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding leadership, time management, and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits

• Pension Plans
• Training & Development
• Free Golf
• 50% discount on food and beverage
• Staff referral programme

Benefits

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking