Junior Sous Chef

Salary: £25,000

Hours: 45 hours per week, early, mid and late shifts covering Monday to Sunday

Location: Tunbridge Wells

About the Company:

A prestigious, boutique establishment in Central Tunbridge Wells is looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join their friendly and hardworking team.

Role Purpose:

* To assist the Head Chef in managing the preparation and production of a high quality food to the restaurant and terrace restaurant as well as banqueting service for function customers.
* To provide creative flair and innovation to menu design and food presentation.
* To assist the Head Chef as instructed in stocktaking and auditing.
* To work alongside the Head Chef to lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team.
* To assist the Head Chef in training, coaching, service and motivate staff in all aspects of the kitchen operation.
* To deputise for the Head Chef in his absence.
* Work to the agreed standard of hygiene practice as contained in the Food Safety Policy.
* To work in partnership with Front of House, Sales & Reservations and Food Service to provide a fully integrated and customer led catering service.

Experience/Qualifications:

* Sous Chef Role in a 3/4 star, hotel style environment.
* Experience of working banquets up to 180 people.
* Creative flair and high standards of "a la carte" and carvery style food presentation.
* Hospitality & Catering NVQ Level 1 & 2 or equivalent qualification or experience working at this level.
* Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate.