Weekend Chef

TN United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in contract catering is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to produce and develop exceptional food while stepping into the Head Chef’s role when needed. You'll engage in innovative menu planning and contribute to a positive team environment. With a focus on customer satisfaction and continuous learning, you will thrive in a supportive setting that values your growth. Enjoy a variety of unique benefits, including masterclasses with Michelin-starred chefs and a paid day off for volunteering. If you are eager to elevate your culinary career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Annual day off for your birthday

Monthly masterclasses with Michelin-starred chefs

Fully funded development courses

Discounts at retail and leisure outlets

Cycle-to-work scheme

Freedom Friday - paid day off to volunteer

Free lunch every workday

24/7 access to Mental Health Charter App

Enhanced parental leave benefits

Paid leave for fertility treatments

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in a similar operation is preferred.
• Food Safety and Health and Safety certificates at level 2 required.

Responsibilities

• Produce and develop high-quality food within time and budget.
• Research innovative food ideas and contribute to menu planning.

Skills

Kitchen Management

Food Safety

Health and Safety

Communication Skills

Customer Focus

Education

C & G 706 1 & 2

NVQ or equivalent

Tools

COSHH

HACCP

Job description

We’re a multi award-winning contract catering company, with a team of trained foodies serving over 45,500 satisfied customers every day. We now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef to join our team.

The chef will work on Saturdays and Sundays, from 7am to 3pm.

Producing and developing the highest standard of food within the required time and financial targets, you’ll step into the Head Chef’s shoes when required. You also have ideas of your own, and will be keen to develop new initiatives to improve standards.

Enthusiastic about food, you’ll research innovative ideas and contribute to all areas of food production, from menu planning capturing food trends, to delighting our customers. An effective communicator, you’re a professional who promotes team spirit, company culture and can switch the speed of your work when the business needs you to. With a strong customer focus, you’ll gain valuable feedback to measure success and be committed to continuous learning by attending workshops and forums. And while your kitchen management skills may be at a basic level, you’re ready to improve and grow.

With relevant experience and educated to C & G 706 1 & 2, NVQ or equivalent, you’ll have Food Safety and Health and Safety certificates at level 2, and be confident in your working knowledge of COSHH & HACCP. 2 years’ experience working in a similar size operation would be an advantage, along with some experience in supervising others. bartlett mitchell are committed to supporting your future career and training options.

Our benefits include:

• An annual day off for your birthday!
• Monthly masterclasses with Michelin-starred chefs.
• Fully funded development courses ranging from levels 2 to 7.
• Discounts and cashback at a wide variety of retail and leisure outlets.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Freedom Friday – a paid day off to volunteer at a charity of your choice.
• Free lunch every workday!
• 24/7 access to the Mental Health Charter App.
• Enhanced parental leave benefits.
• Paid leave for fertility treatments.
• Grandparent leave to support your loved ones with their new arrival.

Explore all benefits and more by visiting BM Caterers website.