Sous Chef - Solihull

Blue Arrow; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established employer in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to manage kitchen operations effectively. You will work closely with the Head Chef in menu preparation, team leadership, and quality assurance. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills and a commitment to food safety. A salary of £30,000 per annum is on offer.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills are required.
• Food hygiene level 2 or above is necessary.
• Previous restaurant experience is must.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily management of the kitchen team.
• Lead the kitchen team in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Supervise all food preparation and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Organisational skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 706/2 NVQ 1,2,3

Food hygiene level 2 or above

Job description

Blue Arrow are recruiting for an experienced Sous chef on behalf of our client in the south Birmingham area.

Working alongside the Head Chef, your role will be to:
- Assist in the daily management of the kitchen team
- Aid with menu preparation ensuring quality and freshness standards are met
- Stock management and ordering
- Lead the kitchen team in the absence of the Head chef
- Guide and develop junior chefs
- Supervise all food preparation and presentation to ensure highest quality and restaurant standards
- Keeping detailed records of wastage, temperature checks, stock levels
- Coordinate with restaurant management team on supply ordering, budget, and kitchen efficiency and staffing

Previous Experience & Qualifications
- City & Guilds 706/1 706/2 NVQ 1,2,3
- Food hygiene level 2 or above
- Food allergens
- Previous restaurant experience
- Strong organisational skills
- Knowledge of current food safety regulations,
- Ability to work under pressure
- Self motivated
- Customer service skills.

Salary
£30,000 per annum


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