Sous Chef - Mon to Fri - Baker Street at BaxterStorey

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Mar, 26

Salary

40000.0

Posted On

01 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Culinary Arts, Menu Development, Food Safety, Staff Management, Inventory Management, Cooking Techniques, Team Leadership, Time Management, Problem Solving, Creativity, Hygiene Practices, Pressure Management, Organizational Skills, Presentation Skills, Dietary Requirements, Food Trends

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Company Description Title: Sous Chef - Mon to Fri Location: Forsters LLP Salary: £40,000 & paid overtime at 1.5 Benefits: 28 Days holiday including bank holidays Plus your birthday off 3 volunteering days 3 days grandparent leave. 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave. Secondary carer leave Wedding/commitment day leave. Free meals on shift. Bespoke training and development opportunities Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels Pension and life insurance. Discounts available from Perkbox app, from high street shops to holidays & cinema. Wellbeing hub. Access to employee assistance programme. Cycle to work scheme. Calling all culinary connoisseurs that are OBSESSED about food, we need you! If you have an insatiable appetite for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create food that delights customers and clients, then look no further. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish, your talents can shine and we wholeheartedly believe in nourishing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve, refine their craft and create a development partnership together to ensure professional growth opportunities. We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Sous Chef to join our team ******************************************************************************************************************************************************************** This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate chef to take a next step in their culinary career and to be a part of a business where who are OBSESSED about food and developing talent. Job Description Baxterstorey is seeking a talented and experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team in London, United Kingdom. As a Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations, creating innovative menus, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality and presentation. Assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and staff management Collaborate with the culinary team to develop and implement new menu items and seasonal specials Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen environment Manage inventory, place orders, and control food costs Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive work atmosphere Prepare and cook meals to the highest standards, maintaining consistency and quality Assist in menu planning, considering dietary requirements and current food trends Step in for the Head Chef when necessary, assuming full kitchen management responsibilities Contribute to the development of standard recipes and cooking techniques Participate in food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal Qualifications Culinary degree or diploma from a recognised institution Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a professional kitchen, ideally in a high-volume restaurant or catering setting Proven track record of menu development and implementation Strong leadership and team management skills Excellent knowledge of various cuisines, cooking techniques, and food trends Proficiency in kitchen equipment operation and maintenance Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices, with current Food Safety Certification Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment Excellent organisational and time management skills Creative problem-solving abilities and attention to detail Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy items when necessary Additional Information For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve. We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of. Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us. Join us, and be part of the food revolution! BaxterStorey Values: ALWAYS VISIONARY We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail. WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people. CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better. FOREVER CONSCIOUS We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities. Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’. Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.

Responsibilities

As a Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations and creating innovative menus. You will also ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.