Senior Sous Chef
Posted 1 hour 32 minutes ago by St Julians Club
£32,000 - £37,440 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Hospitality & Tourism Jobs
Kent, Seal, United Kingdom, TN15 0RX
Job Description
Your experience
Previous experience in a similar environment and role
Strict hygiene standards and to be able to demonstrate best practice
Outstanding knowledge of food and technical skills
You'll feel comfortable in a fast-paced, busy environment
You must have an approachable, positive and proactive manner
About us
St Julians is a family run business with a well-established reputation as a private members club, and a fabulous venue for functions. Set in a beautiful location just outside of Sevenoaks. TN150RX
We prepare almost everything in house, serving both a la carte & classic dishes, we are well known for our varied menu.
We are looking for someone with a passion for cooking and great organisational skills who copes well with a fast paced service!
You will be working under the Head Chef to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly, you will be overseeing kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure high quality food is prepared and presented to a high standard. We offer a fantastic environment for someone to really develop their potential in the kitchen, as a family run business you'll be joining a very supportive team of staff. Experience in HACCP is essential.
Maintain consistent food quality across all sections, ensuring high standards are upheld throughout preparation, production, and service.
Support menu development, working with the Senior Chef to create seasonal dishes, accurately cost menus, manage food budgets, and minimise waste.
Oversee cooking standards, following recipes, presentation guidelines, and ensuring dishes are executed to the highest level.
Lead and support the kitchen team, taking responsibility for staff scheduling, discipline, contributing to staff development ,training & mentoring & upholding standards.
Ensure full compliance with food safety, including HACCP, temperature controls, hygiene documentation, and current Food Hygiene regulations.
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and equipment, ensuring all areas meet required health & safety standards and that any defects are logged and reported.
Prepare and cook high-quality, well-balanced meals, including cultural & dietary needs.
Work collaboratively with kitchen team to deliver a smooth, efficient operation.
Demonstrate flexibility with shifts and hours, supporting the wider needs of the department, kitchen & Club.
Participate in mandatory training and comply with company policies and procedures.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking
Sick pay
Free Club membership
Gym Membership with one of our partners
benefits include:
Salary of up to £37,440 per annum
A share of the service charge - 100% of which is split between the team. £4K in gratuities (approximately) for a full time chef
Company pension scheme with an employer contribution
Full Family Membership to the club value £2500
45 hours a week with 2 consecutive days off a week.
Free meals during work
50% discount on meals with family and friends
Annual leave - 28 days
Staff Christmas party
Application question(s):
St Julians is not accessible via public transport, so do you drive your own car?
Language:
English (required)
Licence/Certification:
Full Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Sevenoaks
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £32,000.00-£37,440.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
Gym membership
On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Previous experience in a similar environment and role
Strict hygiene standards and to be able to demonstrate best practice
Outstanding knowledge of food and technical skills
You'll feel comfortable in a fast-paced, busy environment
You must have an approachable, positive and proactive manner
About us
St Julians is a family run business with a well-established reputation as a private members club, and a fabulous venue for functions. Set in a beautiful location just outside of Sevenoaks. TN150RX
We prepare almost everything in house, serving both a la carte & classic dishes, we are well known for our varied menu.
We are looking for someone with a passion for cooking and great organisational skills who copes well with a fast paced service!
You will be working under the Head Chef to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly, you will be overseeing kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure high quality food is prepared and presented to a high standard. We offer a fantastic environment for someone to really develop their potential in the kitchen, as a family run business you'll be joining a very supportive team of staff. Experience in HACCP is essential.
Maintain consistent food quality across all sections, ensuring high standards are upheld throughout preparation, production, and service.
Support menu development, working with the Senior Chef to create seasonal dishes, accurately cost menus, manage food budgets, and minimise waste.
Oversee cooking standards, following recipes, presentation guidelines, and ensuring dishes are executed to the highest level.
Lead and support the kitchen team, taking responsibility for staff scheduling, discipline, contributing to staff development ,training & mentoring & upholding standards.
Ensure full compliance with food safety, including HACCP, temperature controls, hygiene documentation, and current Food Hygiene regulations.
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and equipment, ensuring all areas meet required health & safety standards and that any defects are logged and reported.
Prepare and cook high-quality, well-balanced meals, including cultural & dietary needs.
Work collaboratively with kitchen team to deliver a smooth, efficient operation.
Demonstrate flexibility with shifts and hours, supporting the wider needs of the department, kitchen & Club.
Participate in mandatory training and comply with company policies and procedures.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking
Sick pay
Free Club membership
Gym Membership with one of our partners
benefits include:
Salary of up to £37,440 per annum
A share of the service charge - 100% of which is split between the team. £4K in gratuities (approximately) for a full time chef
Company pension scheme with an employer contribution
Full Family Membership to the club value £2500
45 hours a week with 2 consecutive days off a week.
Free meals during work
50% discount on meals with family and friends
Annual leave - 28 days
Staff Christmas party
Application question(s):
St Julians is not accessible via public transport, so do you drive your own car?
Language:
English (required)
Licence/Certification:
Full Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Sevenoaks
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £32,000.00-£37,440.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
Gym membership
On-site parking
Work Location: In person