Sous Chef

Thyme & Tides Deli is looking for a Sous Chef to join the team in our recently refurbished kitchen.

Key areas of responsibility:

• A professional chef who can produce menu and food items to meet the standards of the Head Chef with the aim of delighting and surprising our customers, on time and in the quantities needed.
• Maintain and go above the established standards of food hygiene, cleaning, and food handling which meet current standards of legislation and compliance.

The role includes:

• Following the guidance of the Head Chef in the preparation and presentation of all menu dishes and other products made within the kitchen.
• Optimising the cooking processes with attention to speed, quality, and delivery.
• Enforcing strict health and hygiene standards and maintaining impeccable quality standards within the kitchen and service areas at all times, including overseeing a daily cleaning schedule.
• Being part of a climate of smooth and friendly cooperation, communication, training & mentoring within the kitchen.
• Appreciation of the importance of achieving agreed gross margin, the pricing of dishes, from order to execution.
• Meeting budgets and agreed targets.
• Compliance with all legislation and store operating guidelines.

Requirements:

• Proven experience and responsibility in a busy, fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent use of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and processes.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
• Knowledge of best cooking practices and understanding of trends and new styles.
• Attention to detail and high standards of presentation, creative flair, and imagination.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team with a ‘can-do attitude and a willingness to continually improve; cheerful, reliable, and articulate.
• Food Hygiene qualifications and professional cooking qualifications.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £32,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking

Experience:

• Chef: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person