Junior sous chef - united kingdom, knutsford, cheshire

job description

junior sous chef (also recruiting for cdp and breakfast chefs)

general description of your role:

due to expansion, an exciting position has become available for a junior sous chef to join our friendly team based in knutsford and prestbury.

as a junior sous chef, you are responsible for planning and directing food preparation within the kitchen. working alongside the head chef you will manage the daily kitchen activities, including overseeing staff, aiding with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness, and monitoring ordering and stocking levels. you will provide meal quality and consistency by following designated recipes and practices.

main responsibilities:

to report directly to the head chef and follow all instructions given by head chef or general manager.
to support with the training, development and coaching of kitchen staff in all areas of job role in line with specific job description and sops.
to work closely with the head chef in order to meet business objectives and kpis.
work with the head chef in setting meaningful and challenging kpis and objectives for staff to maintain and improve service performance and quality.
keep abreast of changes in legislation affecting the sector which could impact on the business, communicating these accordingly and putting plans in place to implement necessary changes resulting.
to work closely with head chef to ensure staff recruitment, staff conduct and performance management policies and processes are strong and to ensure these policies and processes are always followed by all staff.
to support the head chef with the preparation and implementation of standard operating procedures across all areas of site operations.
to ensure staff fully understand and adhere to established codes of practice.
to support head chef with the organisation and monitoring of staff schedules/rotas and act accordingly on any issues identified such as timekeeping / punching in and out.
control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities.
construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings that are agreed by head chef.
cost new menu items to agreed and targeted gp%
maintain the set wage % by effectively using the internal company management tools, resources and systems.
maintain the food revenue gp% that is agreed and targeted.
approve and “polish” dishes before they reach the customer.
maintain and improve customer expectations.
plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages by using purchase order forms where applicable.
arrange for repairs when necessary following correct sops.
remedy any problems or defects following correct sops
oversee the work of subordinates within your working zone and act accordingly on any underperformance/conduct concerns in line with company performance management practices and procedures.
ensure best practices on kitchen cleanliness & hygiene is always enforced following company procedures.
maintain cleanliness in all your working zones (kitchen, kp area, dry store, outside area, bin area, outside storage area, smoking area)
estimate staff’s workload and compensations and manage accordingly.
working with head chef, manage staff expectations and requirements.
ensure all staff are always in correct uniform and protective clothing where applicable
maintain records of payroll and attendance through our nominated platform
comply with nutrition, allergens and safety standards
keep up to date with all haccap and coshh monitoring and training
foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-workers, managers and directors
learn to understand and use useful computer programmes (nominated hotel management software)
work alongside hotel manager and head chef to increase sales and profit margins
work alongside hotel manager and head chef to minimise wastage and keep running business costs low.
to attend daily, weekly and monthly management meetings when attendance is requested.
complete all tasks and objectives set by your line manager and report daily on progress.

· any other duties as reasonably requested from time to time.

essential characteristics

good work ethic and attention to detail.
high level of all-round cooking knowledge and skills.
strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment
active listening and effective communication skills.
team spirit.
excellent timekeeping.
flexibility to work in shifts.

benefits:

- 30% discount on food & drink across the group, in any one our sites

- weekly tips

- 28 days (inclusive of bank holidays)

- extra holiday day for birthday (salaried staff)

- opportunity for progression!

- working in highly regarded locations that are featured across many high-profile platforms and the opportunity to work with people across the media and sports world.

- lots of opportunities for progression across any of our sites and head office roles

- company pension scheme

great opportunity! apply today!

cowell recruitment are an equal opportunities recruiter

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