Sous Chef

at  Cabana

An exciting opportunity to be part of the fabulous Cabana family! Our stunning restaurant is in need of an Sous Chef.

CABANA IS THE HOME OF THE MIGHTY FLAME-GRILLED SPICY MALAGUETA CHICKEN! OUR RESTAURANTS ARE LATIN AMERICAN INSPIRED KNOWN FOR FABULOUS GRILLS AND COCKTAILS DELIVERED IN A VIBRANT, BUZZING ATMOSPHERE!

We are ideally looking for an Sous Chef who:

• Deliver our core focus; To lift people’s spirits & create memorable experiences
• Prepare and cook dishes ensuring consistent quality and presentation of all dishes, maintaining high standards
• Supervise and coordinate activities of kitchen staff to ensure efficient and effective food preparation
• Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence ensuring seamless standards and operations
• Support with stock; completing stock counts, monitor stock levels, manage wastage, order stock as needed to maintain efficient kitchen operations. Assist in the receiving and proper storage of deliveries, ensuring quality and freshness. Monitor food stock levels and report any shortages or issues promptly
• Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff, providing guidance and feedback to improve performance
• Manage and oversee a designated section of the kitchen, ensuring all dishes are prepared to specification
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, adhering to strict hygiene and safety standards
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health and safety regulations, conducting regular inspections and maintaining accurate records
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative team environment
• Handle customer feedback and special requests, ensuring a positive dining experience for all guests
• Maintain operate and care for kitchen equipment safely, reporting any maintenance or repair needs promptly
• Adhere to portion control guidelines to minimize waste and optimize cost efficiency
• Are available full time and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and most holidays
• Have a good personality and a positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Is consistent and reliable and an excellent team player

• Ability to demonstrate our Core Values;

• • We Love People
• We Push Boundaries
• We Are One Team
• We Are Confident
  Cabana is the home of the mighty flame-grilled Spicy Malagueta Chicken! Our restaurants are Latin American inspired known for fabulous grills and cocktails delivered in a vibrant, buzzing atmosphere!
  Proud of our food and drink…Cabana is the UK’s hottest grill from Brasil! Flame-grilled skewers cooked fresh to order, with street food, cocktails and interiors inspired by the beaches, streets and markets of modern Brasil.
  Surprising and delighting our customers…we go the extra mile, providing super service and leaving our guests (both new and old) leave, planning their return visit!
  Part of one, fun familia…Our vibrant, friendly teams and colourful restaurants make for a great place to work, so if you are a happy, people-oriented and hard-working person with a passion for food and customer service, please apply to find out more!

Some of the perks of working as an Sous Chef in our Familia…

• 50% food and drink in Cabana and at our sister restaurants, Hush and Haché
• A great family atmosphere offering flexible working patterns
• Amazing career progression opportunities
• Fantastic training courses and state of the art training platform
• Free staff food when on shift
• Wagestream
• Employee volunteer day
• Recommend a friend bonus
• Regular competitions and incentives
• The usual benefits including pension scheme, 28 days holiday
• Partnership with the Licensed Trade Charity

Please refer the Job description for details