Sous Chef — Culinary Lead, Menu Innovation & Mentoring

Baxterstorey; Taplow; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Birthday off

Volunteer days

Grandparent leave

Maternity leave

Pension & life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Employee assistance

Job summary

BaxterStorey in Taplow, England, is seeking a Commis Chef to join the kitchen team. You will prepare and cook dishes to the head chef's standards, manage your station, and help ensure top quality and proper presentation.

You will work closely with colleagues, mentor junior staff, and contribute to menu development while maintaining high food-safety practices in a fast-paced environment. This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a commitment to BaxterStorey core values.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working 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 according to recipes and standards.
• Oversee station production and maintain cleanliness.
• Maintain high quality, presentation and taste.
• Collaborate with team; coach juniors.
• Assist in menu development and tasting.
• Maintain equipment and cleanliness; lead by example.

Skills

Commis chef

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Fast-paced work

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Core values

Job description

BaxterStorey in Taplow, England, is seeking a Commis Chef to join the kitchen team. You will prepare and cook dishes to the head chef's standards, manage your station, and help ensure top quality and proper presentation.

You will work closely with colleagues, mentor junior staff, and contribute to menu development while maintaining high food-safety practices in a fast-paced environment. This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a commitment to BaxterStorey core values.