Sous Chef

Longlands Hotel

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join our kitchen team, working in a friendly and local 4 Inn and Restaurant set in the heart of the Carnforth countryside and the gateway to the Lake District.

About Longlands

The Longlands Inn & Restaurant has a long reputation for quality service. The restaurant has recently undergone major refurbishment. Owned and managed by the Robinson family for over 30 years, we aim to provide exceptional experiences to our guests and customers.

What we are looking for:

Previous experience as CDP or Sous Chef and background in a similar operation (serving Contemporary British Gastropub Food).
An eye for quality and consistency in delivering exceptional food
Be in possession of a current Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).
The ability to work a variety of shifts with a flexible approach to working hours to suit the needs of the business.
Hard working, passionate individual who can work in a fast paced kitchen environment

What you will receive from us:

Annual salary of £36,270 + generous gratuities
40-45 hours per week over a 4 day working week
28 days annual leave
Employee discounts
An engaging and supporting work environment

Job description:

To manage the daily preparation, cooking and service of high-quality food in a timely manner.
To comply with Safer Food Better Business (SFBB) in all aspects of storage, preparation, cooking, service, cleaning and maintenance with audits and checklists, to report and act upon any issues
To perform checks of all goods from suppliers
To deal with suppliers to resolve any issues that may arise to compromise the standards required, and report this to the Head Chef
To monitor stock movement and be responsible for ordering
To assist the kitchen team to maintain and improve quality, standards and cleanliness required by Head Chef
Applicant must be able to drive to and from work, no accommodation is provided

To assist Head Chef in creating new recipes and menus writing

To assist with the acceptance and storage of deliveries and make sure that all relevant company procedures are adhered to

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £36,270.00 per year

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

Ability to commute/relocate:
Tewitfield LA6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
Chef: 2 years (preferred)

Language:
English (required)

Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person