Sous Chef

Location

East Lothian, Scotland | United Kingdom

Job description

£36k salary, 40hr working week - No city centre commute

Resort setting - Whites provided

Sous Chef Rewards:

A competitive package of circa £40k+ (Salary & Tronc dividends)will be offered to the right candidate. Along with outstanding additional benefits.

The Place: 

Situated in East Lothian, this property which operates with many revenue streams, is part of a leading Scottish-based independent multi-property-based Group that mainly operates on the East Coast of Scotland has an exciting opportunity for a new Sous Chef to join the team.

The Job:

As Sous Chef you will in essence be responsible along with the Executive Chef for all kitchen operations, and you will report directly to the Executive Chef, who also has further Sous Chefs as support and also someone who can assist in making sure you and the team are able to get the best possible ingredients, tools and equipment to do the job at hand. As Sous Chef, you and the Kitchen Team will take full responsibility and oversee the Kitchen operations on this property, providing a first-class dining experience to all clientele. As Sous Chef, you will train, develop, and motivate all of the junior team; improving and maintaining standards to ensure the customer's needs are met and exceeded. Working closely with the Executive Chef & other Sous Chefs to further develop the offering whilst maintaining exceptionally high standards on every plate.

The Person:

The role would suit a current Sous Chef or an experienced CDP looking for their first Sous Chef role (if you are able to demonstrate leadership experience and kitchen management skills). You must have a good understanding of food costs, controls within a quality environment and management of a whole team. Skilled in manning levels and team development are also essential. Excellent presentation and FOH liaison skills are essential to ensure the best standard of quality and delivery for the customer. No live-in accommodation is available for this role and own transport is very desirable.

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Salary

£36k per annum