Sous Chef

Posted 47 minutes 59 seconds ago by poco

£14 Hourly
Permanent
Full Time
Hospitality & Tourism Jobs
Sussex, Polegate, United Kingdom, BN26 5TY
Job Description
Introduction

Poco is a family run business, passionate about authentic Italian food, using natural and locally sourced ingredients from our own kitchen garden and from suppliers, within an 18-mile radius. We bring all these wonderful ingredients together to prepare daily our signature fresh pasta, breads, sources, chutney and deserts.

This is complementary to our front of house, which prides itself on an attentive, warm and personalised experience, accompanied with a bespoke selection of wines, sourced from exclusive vineyards.

With 30 covers and a small seasonal menu, focused on quality and authenticity, we are looking for a Sous Chef that embraces Poco's values, brings passion, a team spirit and ethos to drive, consistency of delivery through effective management, initiative and creativity.

Key Experience & Qualifications

Minimum 3 years within a restaurant environment

Level 2-3 Food Hygiene
experience with authentic Italian cooking preferred

Food Management

Manaing all aspects of food production and presentation according to established standards

Ensure that kitchen equipment, utensils, appliances and working areas, are kept and maintained to the highest standards

Ensure effective food storage and stock rotation, to maintain high standards and adequate supply at all times

Health, Hygiene & Compliance

Ensure that food wastage and over production are kept to a minimum

That surplus food is regularly recorded

Adhere to allergen guidelines

Adhere to industry standards to prevent cross contamination

Ensure daily monitoring / reporting of open and closing

Pre-requisites

Full UK driving licence

Personal transport

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Additional pay:
Tips
Benefits:
Discounted or free food
Flexitime
Free parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
Alfriston, BN26 5TY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
Italian cuisine: 3 years (preferred)
Chef: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: HC0923pc