Sous Chef /2I

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Do you have 2+ yrs exp as a Sous Chef exp …? You have exp in running the Kitchen in Head Chef’s absence…! If you are a trustworthy, quick thinking, innovative, then we want you in our Team. If you are enthusiastic about self-development and embrace opportunities whilst improving your skills, then the potential exist that you could build a rewarding career as a Sous Chef,

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Head Chef ‘s requirements: “Act as my 2IC, so that you and me operate as a team”

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Duties

As the Sous Chef, you will be reporting directly into the Head Chef. Directing the food preparation process and delegating tasks

• Cooking and preparing high quality dishes
• Assisting the Head Chef to create menu items, recipes and develop dishes
• Supervising all kitchen stations
• Supervising, motivating and working closely with other Chefs of all levels
• Being responsible for health and safety
• Being responsible for food hygiene practices
• Ensuring food quality and excellent standards are maintained for all dishes created
• Assisting with determining food inventory needs, stocking and ordering
• Ensuring the kitchen meets all regulations including sanitary and food safety guidelines

Must have:

• 2-5 years’ exp as a Sous Chef
• Pastry Sous exp would be advantageous
• Guest oriented and service minded

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Must be

• Able to cover all areas in the kitchen
• Take responsibility in absence of Head Chef
• Preparing desserts, such as crème bule, chocolat4e mouse, etc
• Responsible, Self-Disciplined, Reliable & Hardworking
• Able to work shifts
• clean on self & on your kitchen

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Tertiary qualifications:

• Tertiary qualification in a culinary science or related certificate from a credible institute
• NVQ Level 2
• Level 3 Food Safety Awards
• Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Awards
• Exposure to Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and safety
• Exposure to a variety of kitchen equipment

Required Soft skills:

• Sound knowledge of all sections
• Ability to present good-looking & quality food
• Good communication skills
• Well-spoken in English
• Strong team management skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Good level of numeracy
• Enthusiasm to develop your own skills and knowledge plus those around you
• Flexible and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes
• Ability to work unsupervised and deliver quality work
• Positive and approachable manner
• Team player qualities

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When can we expect you?

Accommodation provided + meals + laundry + Wi-Fi

 

NB! This job is now closed. You can apply for other jobs by uploading your CV.

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