Sous Chef: Creative Kitchen Leader with Training & Benefits

WSH Group; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Employee assistance program

Cycle to work scheme

Apprenticeship opportunities

Job summary

BaxterStorey is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join our culinary team. You will be involved in food preparation, station management and recipe development, driving high standards across a busy kitchen.

We value creativity, collaboration and a commitment to learning. This role offers an opportunity to grow within a supportive environment that rewards talent and hard work in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commis 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 according to the recipes and standards set by the head chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all time.
• Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensuring cleanliness in line with policies and procedures.
• Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times.
• Team Collaboration – communicate positively and effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary. Coaching of junior chefs to support development.
• Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation.
• Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order

Skills

Commis Chef experience

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

BaxterStorey is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join our culinary team. You will be involved in food preparation, station management and recipe development, driving high standards across a busy kitchen.

We value creativity, collaboration and a commitment to learning. This role offers an opportunity to grow within a supportive environment that rewards talent and hard work in a fast-paced hospitality setting.