Sous Chef - London (Monday-Friday)

Job Details

Salary: £50,000 per annum

Working pattern: Monday to Friday 40 hours - 6.30/6.45am - 3/3.30pm

Location: London, EC2M 4UJ

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in planning and preparing a menu that highlights our dedication to authenticity and quality, tailored to large-scale catering.
• Oversee daily food preparation, ensuring each dish is made with the finest ingredients and presented with consistency and excellence, even in high-volume settings.
• Efficiently cook and assemble dishes during peak service times, maintaining the highest standards of quality and authenticity.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff, including a direct CDP and overseeing an additional 2 CDPs, instilling a respect for traditional techniques and the use of premium ingredients.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to manage a kitchen team of up to 23, ensuring seamless operation and high morale.
• Monitor inventory levels, source high-quality ingredients, and manage stock to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
• Maintain a spotless and organized kitchen, adhering to all health and safety regulations, especially critical in high-volume environments.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop new recipes and menu items that stay true to authentic culinary traditions while meeting the demands of large-scale service.
• Assist in managing food costs and budget, ensuring profitability without compromising on ingredient quality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a high-quality culinary environment, preferably in large-scale catering or high-volume service.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Excellent cooking skills with a keen eye for detail and presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
• Experience managing and training a team, including CDPs and junior kitchen staff.
• Passion for using high-quality ingredients and preserving authentic culinary traditions.

Benefits

• Personal Development and Training opportunities
• Life assurance scheme
• Pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
• Access to Healthcare Support App including Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
• Eye care
• Wellbeing strategy including access to Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
• Family friendly support
• Regular social events and communication with leaders
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Volunteering days
• Professional subscriptions
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Long service awards
• Discount vouchers