SOUS CHEF

SOUS CHEF

Sofia’s – Hunstanton

Sofia’s Tapas & Bistro has now been open in the heart of Hunstanton for nearly a year and following a fantastic first year welcoming both local guests and visitors, we are looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our team.

Sofia’s offers a vibrant and welcoming dining experience, combining tapas and bistro-style dishes with a lively bar serving cocktails, wines, beers and refreshing drinks.

Our kitchen operates with a small, close-knit team consisting of a Head Chef, Sous Chef and Kitchen Porter, so we are looking for someone who enjoys being hands-on, works well alongside others and takes real pride in the food they produce.

What we are looking for:

• Passionate about food and committed to consistently high standards.

• Creative, with the confidence to contribute ideas for new dishes and menu development.

• A strong team player with good communication skills.

• Confident supporting the Head Chef in leading and motivating the kitchen team.

• Able to take responsibility for the kitchen and lead service in the Head Chef's absence.

• Organised and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

• Able to maintain quality, consistency and presentation during busy services.

• Knowledgeable about food safety and health & safety requirements.

• Positive, hands-on and willing to lead by example.

The role

As Sous Chef, you will be the Head Chef's right-hand person and play an important role in the day-to-day running of Sofia’s kitchen.

With such a small kitchen team, this is very much a hands-on position. You will work closely with the Head Chef throughout preparation and service and will need to be comfortable taking charge when required.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Working alongside and supporting the Head Chef with the daily running of the kitchen.

• Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to Sofia’s standards.

• Running the kitchen and service in the Head Chef's absence.

• Helping maintain consistency, quality and presentation across every service.

• Contributing ideas for new dishes, specials and menu development.

• Assisting with ordering, deliveries and stock control.

• Maintaining good stock rotation and helping minimise food waste.

• Maintaining excellent food hygiene, health & safety and kitchen cleanliness standards.

• Working alongside our Kitchen Porter to keep the kitchen organised and running efficiently.

• Communicating closely with the front-of-house team to ensure a smooth service and great guest experience.

This is a permanent position, working approximately 50 hours per week on a rota basis.

As a busy hospitality business in Hunstanton, the role will include weekends, school holidays, bank holidays and some late nights. Weekend availability is essential.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary – Above current market rates and negotiable depending on experience

• Share of tips – tronc

• Employee discount – Subject to T&C’s of course

• 29 days holiday (28 day holiday + 1 extra day as a birthday treat to enjoy a day off on us)

• Company events

• Workplace Company Pension scheme

If all the above is of interest to you and you see yourself being part of “Sofia’s”team please send your CV and tell us why you would be a good fit for the role.

All applications will be in the strictest of confidence

Looking forward to hear from you!

Claudio Sousa

Sofia’s General Manager

Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person