Senior Sous Chef - Kettering, United Kingdom - ZOOP RECRUITMENT LTD

    ZOOP RECRUITMENT LTD
    ZOOP RECRUITMENT LTD Kettering, United Kingdom

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    Description

    Wanted - Fresh Food Sous Chef

    If you want to join a team at a quality pub where everything is made in house and the menu is 100% fresh food, then this role is for you.

    This is not a fine dining establishment, simply a quality offering in wonderful surroundings.

    You must have at least 3 years experience working in a high end Gastro pub environment.

    About you...

    Looking for an experienced, hardworking and passionate Sous Chef to support the kitchen team. The ideal candidate for this position has previous experience preparing fresh food, enjoys working in a busy environment and is capable of taking direction well and multi-tasking effectively. A successful candidate will have restaurant experience, a passion for food prep, and strong customer service skills.

    Responsibilities...

    • Prepare food in a timely manner.
    • Clean work areas and kitchen areas.
    • Manage financial risks.
    • Be a leader and mentor to junior team members.
    • Organises and sets up the assigned section as efficiently as possible to increase speed and maximise productivity.
    • Ensures that all dishes are prepared consistently and according to standard recipes.
    • Assists the Sous Chefs and Head Chef in ensuring that all culinary standards comply with company and Hotel Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
    • Monitor and reduce food waste.
    • Ensures all health and safety/food safety regulations are adhered to.
    • Stays focused and is conscious about food presentation and consistency.
    • Practices proper food handling procedures.
    • Practices proper knife handling skills.
    • Keeps workstation clean at all times during service time.
    • Performs all duties in adherence to all company standards and policy
    • Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule and late hours when necessary.

    Skills/experience...

    • Previous experience in similar role essential.
    • Food and Hygiene – Level 2.
    • Worked within hotel or Gastro pub setting.

    General qualities...

    • You will have experience in a similar role in a similar establishment.
    • You will be a real team player who enjoys working in a strong brigade.
    • Have a huge passion for self-development and enjoy developing junior members.
    • Be an approachable chef who enjoys the role.
    • Be a great communicator who is passionate about the industry.

    About Us...

    Zoop Recruitment are an independent Recruitment Specialist based in the East Midlands, and we pride ourselves into providing the highest quality of staff. If this job role doesn't quite suit your requirements, please get in touch to see what other opportunities we have available