Chefs - Sous Chef

Company Profile

This stunning, contemporary Restaurant Cafe located in the heart of SW London is currently offering a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated and creative Sous Chef to join their established brigade.

With modern, relaxing interiors, this trendy Eatery offers the best in simple, seasonal Brasserie cooking drawing on British & Mediterraneo influences, sourcing top quality produce from small UK suppliers.

Seating 50 and open early until late, Monday to Sunday (last orders 9.30pm); breakfast / brunch and lunch service is steady throughout the week, peaking at weekends & during winter months.

Role

Working closely with the Head Chef, you will support the Chef in all areas of kitchen management with responsibilities including:

Day to Day Running of the Kitchen – Leading a Brigade of 2 to 3 Chefs in the Head Chef’s absence

Menu Planning – A La Carte & Menu du Jour

Team Training & Development, Tastings & Briefings (Brigade of 5 chefs)

Stock Control, Supplier Liaison, Ordering, Invoices, Stock Counting, Wastage Control

Due Diligence: Hygiene, H&S Records & Cleaning Rosters

Candidate Profile

Proven Sous Chef experience gained within a small, quality Brasserie and / or Cafe Establishment with knowledge of British & Mediterranean cuisine an advantage

Strong Leadership, Communication, Organisation & Technical Skill

Genuine Passion to Cook & to be Creative

Ability to Motivate & Train team members effectively

Strong on Due Diligence – up to date on current Hygiene Legislation

Genuine intention to offer long term commitment to next role

Salary & Benefits

£22,000 – £25,000 BasicStartSalary + Possible Bonus Incentives + Discount Card (Fashion & Retail)

3 Months Probationary Period: Regular Performance Related Salary Reviews

Benefits: Well Structured & Professional Working Environment + Ongoing In-House Training + External Courses

Excellent Opportunities of Movement & Progression within this Independent, Award Winning Group

Working Hours: 50 Hrs P / Wk over 5 Days (Mixture or Straight & Split Shifts) + every 4thWeekend Off

Meals on Duty + Chef Uniform

Paid Annual Leave

Immediate Start

In accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, candidates must prove their entitlement to work in the UK – Verification of Documentation will be undertaken as part of the recruitment process

£22k - £25k pa