The Boxford - Sous Chef

BaxterStorey; Newbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Berkshire is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and manage kitchen operations. The role involves ensuring high food quality, team leadership, and innovative menu development in a vibrant new establishment serving over 800 guests weekly. The ideal candidate will have proven experience, culinary skills, and a flair for customer service, while benefiting from a culture that supports career development and offers attractive perks.

Benefits

Complimentary meals during shifts

Life Assurance

Employee discounts at several retailers

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CDP, senior CDP or Sous Chef.
• Exceptional attention to detail and flair for food presentation.
• Ability to display a real passion for food and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and deputise in their absence.
• Oversee food quality and motivate the chef team.
• Manage stock levels and ensure food safety procedures are met.

Skills

Cooking Techniques

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

NVQ qualification or equivalent

Leaving Cert level education or above

Job description

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The Boxford , nestled 10 minutes from Newbury, is built on a site that was formerly occupied by ‘The Bell Inn’, a rural roadside inn that captured passing trade on the road to Newbury. What was then a Victorian public house and 1980s annex was then turned into a modern and welcoming new restaurant in 2023. An all-day family-friendly dining and drinks destination that specialises in fresh Mediterranean cuisine and artisanal sourdough pizzas in the scenic Berkshire countryside

Find out more about The Boxford by visiting our website:

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join the team at our vibrant new establishment where we serve over 800 guests each week. The Sous Chef will support our talented Head Chef, Mirko.

About the Sous Chef role:

• Reporting directly with the Head Chef and deputising in their absence
• Working with the Head Chef to develop new menu ideas and ways to improve our offering
• Ensuring the food quality is at its highest standard at all times
• Ensure the performance of the chef team is of the highest standard by motivating and leading by example
• Overseeing stock levels and making key decisions about stock control in conjunction with the Head Chef
• Ensure all food safety and health and safety procedures are maintained to the highest standard

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CDP, senior CDP or Sous Chef.
• Proficiency in diverse cooking techniques and cuisines
• Leaving Cert level education or above
• NVQ qualification or equivalent
• Ability to display a real passion for food and customer service
• Flair and innovative with menus and food presentation
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Exceptional attention to detail

Additional Information

WSH Restaurants has built a family-feel culture where we offer development and progression for all. In addition to that, we also offer a range of benefits including:

• Complimentary meals during shifts
• Life Assurance
• Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing an exciting company
• Employee discounts at several retailers (via Hapi app) & fitness providers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme