Sous Chef: Creative Kitchen Leader in Barrow

Baxterstorey; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday

Birthday off

Maternity leave

Free meals on shift

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey is seeking a passionate Sous Chef for Barrow-in-Furness on a 40-hour week. You will prepare and cook dishes to the head chef's standards, manage your station and uphold food safety practices.

Join a team that values talent development and offers extensive benefits. The role requires experience as a Senior CDP or Sous Chef, knowledge of cooking techniques, strong food safety practices, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Senior CDP, or Sous Chef or similar role.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes per head chef standards.
• Station Management – oversee production and maintain cleanliness of your station.
• Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, including presentation and taste.
• Team Collaboration – communicate positively with all team members and coach juniors to support development.
• Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes.
• Cleaning and Maintenance – keep kitchen clean and equipment in good working order.

Skills

Senior CDP / Sous Chef

Cooking techniques

Food safety

High-pressure environment

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

BaxterStorey is seeking a passionate Sous Chef for Barrow-in-Furness on a 40-hour week. You will prepare and cook dishes to the head chef's standards, manage your station and uphold food safety practices.

Join a team that values talent development and offers extensive benefits. The role requires experience as a Senior CDP or Sous Chef, knowledge of cooking techniques, strong food safety practices, and teamwork.