Junior Sous chef

Location: Bognor Regis

Salary: 30,000 plus 300-400 tips on top a month

48 hour working week

Bee Happy Recruitment are seeking a Junior Sous for an amazing hotel & spa.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Sous Chef who is willing to work with all fresh local seasonal produce. Also looking to gain mentorship and guidance from award winning chefs.

This really is a great opportunity, and one that can ensure an amazing career in fine dining.

Live in is available for this role at a cost of 75 per week.

Supervising Kitchen Staff:

Manage kitchen personnel: The sous chef oversees line cooks, prep cooks, and other kitchen staff, ensuring they follow proper procedures and standards.
Train new staff: They may be responsible for training new kitchen employees and ensuring they understand safety and quality protocols.
Assign tasks: Directing staff to specific areas of food preparation or cooking depending on the menu and the flow of service.

Food Preparation and Cooking:

Assist with food prep: The sous chef may be actively involved in food prep, making sure ingredients are prepared according to the menu and recipes.
Oversee cooking: Ensuring the dishes are cooked to the right specifications and maintaining high standards.
Ensure quality control: Checking dishes for taste, presentation, and consistency before they are sent out.

Inventory and Stock Management:

Monitor inventory: Keeping track of supplies and ensuring there are enough ingredients and materials to meet demand.
Order supplies: In many cases, the sous chef helps with ordering food, equipment, and other kitchen supplies.
Waste management: Ensuring proper storage and handling of ingredients to reduce waste.

Ensuring Kitchen Hygiene and Safety:

Maintain cleanliness: The sous chef is responsible for making sure the kitchen is kept clean and adheres to health and safety regulations.
Ensure proper food handling: Overseeing food safety, including temperature control, cross-contamination prevention, and cleanliness.
Ensure safe kitchen operations: Supervising the proper use of kitchen equipment and tools to prevent accidents or injuries.

Candidates must hold a valid driving license due to location of this role.