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Sous Chef

The Cheese BarLondon, England, United Kingdom

14 days ago

Job type

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Job description

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SOUS CHEF – FULL TIME – Up to £40,000 INC TRONC

We are on the hunt for an experienced Sous Chef to join the Back of House team at our new opening, The Cheese Barge, Paddington Central.

We’re dedicated to celebrating the best of British Cheese, working with suppliers from all around the country to create our signature grilled cheese sandwiches and other classic cheese-focused dishes – all seasonal, and made with the best quality produce.

We’re an extremely passionate, creative and determined team, with an eye for detail and a strong focus on the customer experience. If you’re passionate about British produce, have a strong understanding of the London restaurant scene, and love cheese as much as we do, we want to hear from you.

We’re looking for a dynamic and creative Sous Chef to support our Head Chef, and work alongside in-house Cheesemongers, to come up with interesting and exciting dish's centred around British cheese. Full training on cheeses is provided, including industry recognised qualifications through the Academy of Cheese, as well as a range of benefits. Professional development opportunities are available within the company for those who show initiative.

Key Responsibilities

Running service, overseeing the day-to-day running of the kitchen, and leading and motivating the BOH team.
Preparing and serving our menu to a high standard, as per Company specifications, training junior staff on dishes where necessary.
Supporting the Head Chef in menu development, management and implementation of costings, managing food purchasing and storage including liaising with suppliers.
Continuously improve product knowledge and understanding of Company ethos, training junior staff where necessary.
Maintaining the highest food hygiene and H&S standards within the business.
Supporting the Head Chef in maintaining positive relationships and workflow within BOH team, and between FOH & BOH.
Promote a positive perception of the company at all times, both internally and externally.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Monthly British cheese box

Producer visits

Free staff meals

50% off meals on your days off

Full training & tastings, including Academy of Cheese qualifications

Regular staff socials

Requirements

A strong knowledge of flavours and palate, with 2-3 years' experience working as a chef in a good calibre of restaurant

An awareness of British Cheese, with an interest to learn and develop a deeper understanding of it

A strong understanding of the London restaurant scene, seasonality and British produce

Creative, driven and passionate, with the ability to manage and motivate a team

Excellent work ethic, organisation and communication skills

Friendly, approachable and humble

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Food and Beverage Services, Hospitality, and Restaurants

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