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Senior Sous Chef

Senior Sous Chef (VC8716) Thirsk, England

Salary: GBP30000 - GBP33000 per annum + Live in available

Job Title – Senior Sous Chef

Reference No. – VC8716

Salary Package - £33,000

Job Type – Permanent

Location – Thirsk

Recruiting for a Senior Sous Chef to join the team at a 2 Rosette award-winning restaurant in the Thirsk area, this is a full-time position offering a competitive salary package of £33,000, with the chance to take advantage of live in accommodation in a recently refurbished village location. The successful applicant will be talented and driven and have previous quality kitchen experience of the same level and the ability to run a busy vibrant kitchen minimum 2 AA Rosettes or above. This is a hands on role and you must be able to take control of all aspects of this busy kitchen.

The Company – This award winning 2 Rosette restaurant has been situated in the Thirsk area for nearly 30 years and offers an eclectic mix of modern British classic dishes in a classy restaurant area supported by a private dining experience that is perfect for all special occasions.  Food is served 7 days a week from 12 noon offering a variety of different day part menus including an afternoon bar food service.

Role:

  • To support the Executive and Head Chef to a 2 Rosette standard
  • To assist in training, motivating and developing the staff below you
  • Ensure all relevant kitchen documents are up to date
  • Comply with all Health & Safety, Food Safety and COSHH Requirements
  • To deputise for the Head Chef in their absence
  • Supervise the work of the kitchen team allocating duties and responsibilities
  • Ensure good communication throughout the kitchen department
  • Attend meetings as requested by management
  • Be actively involved in the management of stock and staff alongside the Senior kitchen team
  • Has in depth knowledge and experience of food and working with quality fresh ingredients

Requirements:

  • Knowledge of Food Safety, Health & Safety and COSHH
  • 3 -4 years’ experience in a 2 Rosette standard venue
  • Relevant Catering Qualifications including NVQ & Food Safety
  • Experience working in a similar restaurant environment
  • Access to your own transport

Benefits – The role of Senior Sous Chef is offering a very competitive package of up to £33,000 per year,  to work split shifts 5 out of 7 days per week.  There is the chance to take advantage of the newly refurbished live in accommodation for the right candidate and you will be expected to complete up to 55 hours per week, you will be paid overtime for hours completed above 55 based on a pro rata basis.  Chef tops and aprons are provided and will be laundered on site, so you will only have to supply trousers and appropriate footwear. Full training to reach the standards of the venue will be given by the Executive & Head Chef.

For further details please contact Rob Lazenby at Castle Hospitality on 01723 500643 and email your CV to rob.lazenby@castle-employment.co.uk

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