Sous Chef Badger & Co Edinburgh £37,000 plus TRONC & Bonus

Company Overview

At Signature Group, we're passionate about delivering exceptional hospitality experiences across Scotland. Since 2003, we've grown into a leading hospitality group with over 20 venues, including stylish bars, award winning restaurants, boutique hotels and an in house brewery.

Position: Sous Chef Responsibilities

• Assisting with Menu Preparation - Work closely with the Head Chef to develop, plan, and implement new dishes.
• Overseeing Kitchen Operations - Manage kitchen staff during shifts, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and the kitchen runs smoothly.
• Staff Training & Mentoring - Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, providing guidance on cooking techniques, safety standards, and operational procedures.
• Maintaining Kitchen Hygiene & Safety - Ensure the kitchen adheres to all health, safety, and hygiene regulations, performing regular checks.
• Inventory & Stock Control - Assist with inventory management, ordering, monitoring stock levels, and proper storage of ingredients.

Required Skills

• Advanced Culinary Skills - Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and ability to prepare high quality meals consistently.
• Leadership & Team Management - Ability to motivate kitchen staff, maintain morale, and foster a positive team environment.
• Time Management & Multi tasking - Excellent organisational skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making - Ability to address kitchen challenges quickly and effectively.
• Attention to Detail - Keen eye for detail in food preparation, presentation, and portion control.

Benefits

• Staff discount ranging from 25% to 50% on F&B at all Signature Group venues.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Extra annual leave days accumulated through service.

Company Values

Our core values-Excellence, Leadership, Inclusion, Accountability, Caring, and Fun-guide us in creating a fulfilling workplace.

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