Junior Sous Chef

Job title: Junior Sous Chef

Location: Stevenage

Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum

Job type: Full time, Permanent

Job Description:

Knebworth Golf Club is a vibrant and prestigious club dedicated to providing an exceptional experience for our members. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic Junior Sous Chef to be a key part of our dedicated team. If you are passionate about delivering outstanding member service and enjoy a variety of responsibilities, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Chef in menu development: to create seasonally inspired dishes whether for the bar menu or specials boards, considering dietary restrictions.
• Ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly in the absence of the Head Chef, including food preparation, cooking and plating, to maintain the highest quality.
• To maintain good stock rotation to minimise waste and optimise cost control.
• To follow strict food safety and sanitation standards, including proper handling, storage, and disposal of food items.
• To deliver high quality standard of service to the members to create a unique dining experience for special occasions or competitions held at the club.

About you:

Education & Experience:

• Level 1, 2 and 3 Food Safety Awards
• Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Award
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience at Senior Chef de Partie or higher
• Awareness of manual handling techniques
• Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safety
• Experience of kitchen equipment
• Experience of dangerous equipment such as knives
• Competent level of English spoken and written

General Skills:

• Good knowledge of all sections and willingness to learn.
• Ability to produce excellent high-quality food
• Clear communication skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Good level of numeracy
• High standards of health and hygiene
• Ability to work unsupervised and deliver quality work
• Positive and approachable manner
• Team player qualities

Why Join Our Team?

• Be part of a welcoming and dynamic team
• Contribute to enhancing the member experience in a prestigious club
• Opportunity for professional development and growth within the organisation

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary, our comprehensive remuneration package includes:

• 25 days of paid annual leave: Enjoy well-deserved time off to recharge
• We also observe statutory bank holidays
• Free Team Meals: Savor delicious team meals, fostering camaraderie and ensuring you have the energy to excel in your role
• Employee Assistance Program: Access a wide range of support services to promote your overall well-being, from counselling to financial advice, helping you navigate life's challenges more effectively
• At our organisation, we believe in rewarding our employees not only with competitive compensation but also with valuable benefits that enhance your work-life balance and personal growth

The role is 40 hours per week - working hours can be varied to meet the needs of our members and guests - primary hours of operation typically span from 9am to 5pm, with some weekend shifts.

If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for providing exceptional member service and have the skills to excel in this role, we invite you to apply!

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Chef, Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, Commis Chef, Chef Assistant, Catering Assistant, Caterer, Support Caterer, Catering Support, Canteen, Canteen Attendant, Catering Officer, Line Chef, Experienced Chef, Kitchen Chef, Food Preparation, Station Chef, Cook, Cook Assistant, Preparation Chef, Catering Chef, Kitchen Manager will also be considered for this role.