Sous Chef

1w1 week ago

WSH Group

Towcester, GB · Full-time · £37,050 – £37,050

About this role

Calling all culinary connoisseurs that are OBSESSED about food with an insatiable appetite for the culinary arts. We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Sous Chef to join our team at BaxterStorey, a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your culinary career. Be part of a business obsessed about food and developing talent in retail and some hospitality.

Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and standards set by the head chef, ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times. Oversee production of all dishes assigned to your station, maintaining supplies and cleanliness in line with policies. Maintain high quality standards for all dishes, with presentation and taste considered at all times.

Communicate positively and effectively with all team members, assisting and supporting colleagues where necessary while coaching junior chefs. Collaborate with the head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, ensuring equipment is in good working order.

Nourish talent and empower chefs to continuously evolve, refine their craft and create a development partnership for professional growth. Access bespoke training and development opportunities plus apprenticeships for all experience levels. For almost 20 years, we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams for every customer.

Requirements

Proven experience working as a Commis Chef or similar role
Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong communication and teamwork abilities
Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head chef, ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times
Oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensuring cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
Maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
Communicate positively and effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary, coaching junior chefs to support development
Collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation
Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order