Chefs - Sous Chef

Company Profile

Located in a picturesque Market Town in Hampshire, this stunning Historical 2 floor Building has been sympathetically restored into a superb venue offering all day casual dining.

Offering inspired British cooking utilising the best Organic & Free Range ingredients sourced from the immediate area, seasonal / frequently changing, Rosette standard menus are supported by daily market specials.

Operation consists of:Open Plan Dining Room, Private Dining Room (20 covers), 2 Bar Lounges & Large Terrace & Coffee Shop

Business Hours: Monday to Friday Lunch & Dinner (last orders at 9.00pm), Weekend Breakfast, Closed Sunday Evening

Restaurant covers – 50 – 100 plus covers per service peaking at weekends, additional Functions & Private Dining

Role

Working closely with the Head Chef, you will be integral to the continued culinary success of this food led business.

Responsibilities include:

Day to Day Running of the Kitchen in Chef’s absence – Brigade of 7 Chefs / Porters

Menu Planning – A La Carte & Daily Specials

Team Training & Development, Delegation –

Stock Control, Supplier Liaison, Ordering, Invoices, Stock Auditing with Head Chef, Wastage Control

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

Management Meetings

Candidate Profile

Proven Sous Chef experience gained within quality / high volume Brasserie and / or Gastro Establishments with knowledge of British cuisine essential

Strong Communication, Organisation & Technical Skill – Good levels of Creativity

Genuine Passion to Cook with ability to deliver in busy / pressured Kitchen operation

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

£19,000 – £20,000 Basic Start Salary 

3 Months Probationary Period: Regular Performance Related Salary Reviews

Benefits: Well Structured & Professional Working Environment + External Courses

Working Hours: 50 Hrs P/Wk over 5 Days (7 Shifts – Closed Sunday PM)

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

£19k - £20k pa