Job Description
_Sous Chef_
INTRODUCTION
A great opportunity to join our established family run business on the stunning West Wales coastline in the picturesque Georgian town of Aberaeron.
GENERAL:
Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch and dinner service on a daily basis alongside the team for a smooth-running service showing excellent communication skills. And overseas the management of the kitchen in the absence of the head chefs.
Multi-task and work efficiently in a fast-paced and busy environment.
Ability to produce excellent, high standard and seasonal food. Writing and developing menus alongside your team and the Hive management.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Continually checking prep levels whilst organising, updating and completing prep lists.
Continually checking ingredient levels at the end of every shift and ordering stock for kitchen and front of house.
Ensure all elements on dishes meet Hive standards before sending out.
Manage portion control to be cost effective and ensure your team follows suit.
Ensuring the kitchen meets all regulations including sanitary and food safety guidelines.
Being responsible for health and safety.
Being responsible for food hygiene practices.
Deal with customer special orders and communicating with FOH management on this.
Deal with any customer complaints effectively.
Deal with maintenance issues when they arise in the kitchen.
TEAM MANAGEMENT:
Write and manage the kitchen rotas in the absence of the head chefs, including your team's holidays.
Attend Managers' meeting with relevant feedback from your department.
Take responsibility for training and supporting new kitchen staff in the absence of the head chefs.
Take ownership of your team's performance by training, supporting and communicating effectively, ensuring that service continues to run smoothly on days when you are not working.
Always display passion, high energy and a positive mental attitude when working with your team.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £14.00 per hour
Benefits:
Company pension
Employee discount
Sick pay
Experience:
Chef: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person