Sous Chef
Job Title: Sous Chef
Location: Ramsgate Area, Kent – Own transport required due to location
Salary: £30,000 per annum, plus tips
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
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About the Role:
We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated Sous Chef to join a prestigious kitchen team in Ramsgate, Kent.
Working closely with the Head Chef, you will play a pivotal role in daily kitchen operations, ensuring the highest quality in food preparation and presentation.
This role is perfect for an individual who thrives in a dynamic kitchen environment, enjoys leading a team, and is passionate about creating memorable dining experiences for event and restaurant guests alike.
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership: Collaborate with the Head Chef to oversee food preparation for events, weddings, and the restaurant.
Step up to lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef's absence, guiding junior staff in food preparation and presentation. - Menu Development: Assist in developing and refining a variety of menus, bringing creativity and flair to the culinary offerings.
- Quality Assurance: Maintain consistency and quality in food preparation by adhering to recipes and presentation standards, ensuring an exceptional experience for all guests.
- Event & Restaurant Management: Manage food production and service for events and the restaurant when the Head Chef is unavailable, delivering seamless dining service.
- Cost Management & Waste Reduction: Efficiently manage food ordering and stock levels, maintaining accurate records and implementing waste reduction practices.
- Training & Mentorship: Support and train new kitchen staff on standards and protocols across both event and restaurant settings.
- Kitchen Organisation & Compliance: Handle EHO paperwork, ensure food storage meets hygiene standards, and monitor kitchen equipment for optimal function.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Culinary Expertise: Formal culinary training with proven experience in both banqueting and restaurant environments.
- Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and authority to maintain high standards, discipline, and consistency within the kitchen team.
- Organisational Skills: Exceptional organisational abilities and attention to detail.
- Calm Under Pressure: Ability to work well under pressure with creative problem-solving skills.
- Food & Beverage Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage preparation.
Benefits:
•Competitive annual salary of £30,000 plus tips
•Company pension
•Employee discounts on food and beverages
•Free on-site parking
This is an outstanding opportunity for a dedicated Sous Chef to step into a rewarding role with a well-regarded team.
If you’re ready to elevate your career in a professional and high-energy environment, we’d love to hear from you!
To Apply:
Please contact us at [Recruitment Agency Contact Information].
Take the next step in your culinary journey with us!
Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality.
No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment Agency
Due to the high volume of applicants applying for all roles, we can only reply to candidates with the most relevant skills and experience.
If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
- Start: 20tth November 2024
- Duration: Permanent
- Rate: £30,000 p.a. + Tips
- Location: Ramsgate, Kent, England
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Catering
- Recruiter: Sterling Cross Ltd
- Tel: 01304200329
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: JD/CT11791
- Posted: 2024-10-27 12:53:17 -
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