Junior Sous Chef

JB313: Junior Sous Chef

Location: Tonbridge

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Sous chef on behalf of one of our clients.

You will take on the responsibility along with the Head Chef of hiring, firing, shift management, the menu, growing the turnover, arranging and planning events and ultimately, the smooth operation of the business. You will take full control of the kitchen in the Head Chefs absence.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities for the Junior Sous Chef:

• In addition to the above you will be involved in shift management. You sign off your kitchen rota each week and check the wage preview monthly prior to the company making the payment into the individuals bank accounts.
• You are expected to provide some seasonal dishes for the menu keeping the feel of the company ethos in place, however you have carte blanche to develop the menu with the Head Chef to add appropriate dishes you would expect to see in a ‘Gastro Pub’. You will work hand in hand with the GM in this role.
• Head Chef and Sous Chef will work with the GM to arrange events that will drive the business, this could be an Oktoberfest which would be a large 3-day event to a gourmet evening. You will help put together a spec for the event with a proposed P&L, arrange the entertainment etc. Make use of offers and support from suppliers of free stock to hold and help with events.
• Attend monthly Manager’s meeting and quarterly Manger & Head Chef meetings.

Skills and Qualifications for the Junior Sous Chef:

• Previous experience in the role you wish to apply for is essential.
• NVQ level 2.
• Basic food hygiene certificates.
• Must be highly motivated and enthusiastic about furthering a career in the hospitality industry.

Benefits for the Junior Sous Chef:

• You will receive a P&L monthly, so you know how your business is faring.
• We do have live-in available which we make a small charge of £200 a month.
• Good basic salary to start plus a share of the service charge. Review of salary after 6 months.

Location: Tonbridge

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum