Sous Chef- Sherfield Oaks Golf Club

Get Golfing; Sherfield on Loddon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plans

Training & Development

Free Golf

50% discount on food and beverage

Staff referral programme

Job summary

Get Golfing CIO, a charity supporting English golf facilities, seeks a skilled Sous Chef to join the culinary team. You will report to the Head Chef and help deliver high-quality dishes for members and visitors across 11 sites with thousands of members.

You will lead kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence, ensuring quality, speed and presentation while maintaining high food-safety standards and controlling costs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
• Previous Sous Chef or equivalent role preferred.
• Degree or certification in Culinary Arts or related field.
• Solid knowledge of culinary techniques and tools.
• Leadership, time management and communication skills.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in developing and implementing menus.
• Prepare, cook, and plate dishes in a timely manner.
• Oversee kitchen staff in the Head Chef's absence.
• Ensure food prep and storage meet health and safety standards.
• Minimize waste and manage portions and inventory.
• Uphold cleanliness and organization in the kitchen area.
• Expand culinary knowledge to introduce new items.

Skills

Culinary experience

Leadership

Time management

Communication

High-volume kitchen

Sous Chef experience

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Job description

Get Golfing CIO, a charity that supports struggling English golf facilities, is seeking a skilled and passionate Sous Chef to join our team. As a Sous Chef, you will report to the Head Chef and work alongside a talented culinary team to produce high-quality dishes for our members and visitors. Get Golfing currently owns and operates 11 sites with 6,000 members and over 130,000 unique visitors each year. Our annual revenues are circa £17 million, which are re-invested back into our venues and our staff's careers. If you are a team player with demonstrated experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in developing and implementing menus that align with our high standards and innovative culinary vision.
• Prepare, cook, and plate dishes in a timely and efficient manner.
• Oversee the kitchen staff in the Head Chef's absence to ensure consistent quality, presentation, and speed of service.
• Ensure food preparation and storage comply with health and safety regulations and standards.
• Minimize waste and maintain food costs by adhering to portion control guidelines and proper inventory management.
• Uphold highest standards of cleanliness and organization in the kitchen area.
• Continuously expand current knowledge of culinary trends and techniques to introduce new menu items and flavors.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
• Former experience as a Sous Chef or equivalent role preferred.
• Degree or certification in Culinary Arts or related field.
• Solid knowledge of culinary techniques and tools.
• Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects, and work in a hot and fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding leadership, time management, and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits

• Pension Plans
• Training & Development
• Free Golf
• 50% discount on food and beverage
• Staff referral programme