Sous Chef - Mon to Fri - City of London - Maternity Cover

BaxterStorey Limited; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in the heart of London. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for culinary enthusiasts to showcase their skills in a vibrant kitchen environment. You'll be responsible for food preparation, station management, and quality control while collaborating on innovative menu development. With a commitment to professional growth and a culture that values creativity, this position is perfect for those eager to advance their culinary careers. Join a company that champions food excellence and fosters a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

28 Days holiday including bank holidays

Birthday off

Enhanced maternity leave

Free meals on shift

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Discounts via HAPI app

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role.
• Knowledge of cooking techniques and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes ensuring food safety.
• Oversee station production, supplies, and cleanliness.
• Collaborate on menu development and new recipes.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking Techniques

Food Safety

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Job description

Sous Chef - Mon to Fri - City of London - Maternity Cover

• Full-time
• Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract
• Salary: Up to £40,000

Title: Sous Chef - Mon to Fri - City Of London - Maternity Cover

Location: City of London

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• Plus your birthday off
• 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary carer leave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts via HAPI app for high street shops, holidays, cinema
• Employee assistance programme access
• Cycle to work scheme

Calling all culinary connoisseurs obsessed with food! BaxterStorey offers an exceptional culinary environment for creativity, talent development, and professional growth.

We seek an ambitious Sous Chef to join our team. This role is ideal for passionate chefs looking to advance their careers in a company that values food excellence and talent development.

• Food Preparation: Prepare and cook dishes per recipes and standards, ensuring food safety.
• Station Management: Oversee your station's production, supplies, and cleanliness.
• Quality Control: Maintain high standards for presentation and taste.
• Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively, support colleagues, and coach junior chefs.
• Menu Development: Collaborate on new recipes and improvements.
• Cleaning & Maintenance: Keep the kitchen clean and equipment in good condition.

Requirements include proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar, knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, ability to work under pressure, attention to detail, and strong teamwork skills. Alignment with BaxterStorey's core values is essential.

Join BaxterStorey to be part of a company that creates beautiful spaces, exciting menus, and friendly teams, dedicated to delivering excellent hospitality experiences. We support your career development and foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Our Values:

• Always Visionary
• Creatively Collaborative
• Forever Conscious

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to diversity and inclusion. Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we encourage motivated and eager learners to apply. Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.