Junior Sous Chef

Posted 20 hours 6 minutes ago by The Sheep on Sheep Street

£28,000 - £32,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Hospitality & Tourism Jobs
Gloucestershire, Winchcombe, United Kingdom, GL54
Job Description
Honeycomb Houses is a family-run institution born-and-bred from our parent company, Brakspear, which came to life all the way back in 1779. Our philosophy is simple, we treat colleagues like family, guests as friends and pubs like homes. We are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our friendly and talented team at The Sheep .

The maximum salary for this position (depending upon experience) is £32,000 per annum, plus tronc which is approximately £3,500 per annum.

is a stylish and contemporary inn located in the heart of Stow-on-the-Wold, blends rustic charm with modern comfort, housed in a traditional Cotswold stone building that has been thoughtfully refurbished. The Sheep is known for its artisan pizzas, quality pub classics, and seasonal dishes made from locally sourced ingredients. They also offer a good range of craft beers, wines, and cocktails.

Job Role Description:

Here at Honeycomb Houses, our Junior Sous Chefs are culinary creatives. If you believe you could support in leading one of our kitchens and engage the team to perform at their best then we are eager to welcome you into our friendly family.

The role of a Junior Sous Chef is a big apron to fill and involves many responsibilities that help to keep our kitchens safe, sanitary, well stocked and serving up sensational dishes to our wonderful customers. Our ultimate candidate would have a flare for delivering high quality , a passion for perfection in their presentation and the ability to successfully perform under pressure.

Duties include:

Assist the head chef and Sous Chef in overseeing the kitchen operations and managing the team.

Ensure food is prepared and presented in a timely manner

Monitor food quality and taste to maintain consistency

Collaborate with the head chef to develop new menu items and specials

Train and mentor junior kitchen staff

Maintain a clean and organized work area

Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines

Skills:

Strong culinary skills with a focus on quality and presentation

Excellent knowledge of various cooking techniques and ingredients

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Strong leadership and communication skills

Attention to detail and ability to follow recipes accurately

Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines

Employee Benefits:

Great Tronc

50% off our boutique bedrooms and meals in our Honeycomb Houses

Free Meals on duty

Development programmes and progression opportunities

Access to our benefit portal, including 1000's of discounts.

Wellbeing hub and employee assistance program

Company pension scheme

Learning and development platform

Monthly recognition and reward programmes

Fantastic team parties and socials

Flexible working opportunities

Length of service recognition

Most importantly, you will feel welcomed as part of the Honeycomb Houses family!

At Honeycomb Houses, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year

Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
On-site parking
Referral programme

Ability to commute/relocate:
Stow on the Wold GL54: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person