Sous Chef - Restaurant

Chefs Recruitment (UK); Carlisle; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving wedding venue and restaurant near Carlisle is seeking a Sous Chef to join their team. This role offers a competitive salary and a supportive environment where creativity is encouraged. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, experience in high-quality kitchens, and the ability to work well under pressure. Join a dynamic team in a beautiful setting and contribute to unforgettable dining experiences.

Benefits

Staff Discounts on food and drink

Supportive, friendly work environment

Opportunity for growth and development

Qualifications

• Passion for food and culinary creativity.
• Experience in a high-quality kitchen environment.
• Own transport due to rural location.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in overseeing kitchen operations.
• Prepare and manage ingredients for service.
• Maintain stock rotation and oversee deliveries.
• Ensure high standards of food hygiene.
• Collaborate with the team to create positive dining experiences.

Skills

Culinary creativity

Team collaboration

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Job Title: Sous Chef - Wedding Venue & Restaurant Job Term: Permanent Location: Near Carlisle, Cumbria Salary: Up to £34,000 Hours: 40 Hours Live in accommodation: No Job Number: 25-00290

This thriving, exclusive wedding venue and restaurant nestled in the stunning Cumbrian countryside are looking for a sous chef to join their team. They pride themselves on offering a warm, supportive, and creative environment where their team collaborates to deliver exceptional food and memorable experiences to their guests.

They believe in creating a comfortable work life balance, where their team works closely together to deliver the highest standards while also socialising and building strong relationships outside of work. They are looking for someone eager to grow and contribute to the continued success of the venue.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in overseeing kitchen operations to ensure smooth service and high-quality output.
• Prepare and manage ingredients for senior chefs, ensuring everything is ready and well-organised for service.
• Maintain stock rotation and oversee deliveries to ensure the kitchen is well-stocked with fresh, quality ingredients.
• Ensure high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times.
• Collaborate with the team to create a positive and efficient working environment, working towards creating unforgettable dining experiences for our guests.
  
  

What They Offer

• Competitive Salary: £28,000 to £34,000 per year, with tips included.
• Staff Discounts on food and drink.
• A supportive, friendly work environment where your creativity is encouraged.
• The opportunity to work in a unique, beautiful setting and contribute to high-quality, creative cuisine.
• Room to grow and develop in a forward-thinking, dynamic team.
  
  

Requirements

• A passion for food and culinary creativity, with a strong desire to grow your skills.
• Experience working in a high-quality kitchen environment.
• Ability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced setting while maintaining high standards.
• A team player who enjoys collaborating with others to achieve the best results.
• Own transport due to our rural location.
  
  

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