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Position: Sous Chef (Pastry)
Location: Hungerford
Sector: Hotel/ Restaurant
Salary: £30,000-£32,000 per annum
Accommodation can be provided and shifts are split across 2 services.
My client is offering an exciting opportunity for a Pastry/Dessert Sous Chef to become an integral part of their kitchen team. The role involves creating delectable and eye-catching desserts, managing the pastry section, and assisting in the hot kitchen. This position promises a chance to display culinary artistry, introduce innovative dessert concepts, and advance professionally in a nurturing and expert setting.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
*Oversee daily kitchen operations, particularly in the Pastry Section, and deputise for the Head Chef during absences.
*Prepare, cook, and present dishes across Cold Section, Breakfast, Hot Kitchen, Pastry Section, and Coffee Shop as per standards.
*Maintain high standards of food hygiene and adhere to health and safety regulations.
*Understand and follow HACCP rules. Be prepared for Health Officers' visits, conduct daily checks of HACCP monitoring sheets/cleaning checklists, and ensure HACCP sheets are filled out and filed appropriately.
*Check daily bookings and any special events.
*Inventory Management: Order food products, inspect deliveries for quality, and input supplier orders and manage weekly bread orders on.
*Monitor portions and control waste to maintain profit margins.
*Assist the Head Chef with paperwork, including allergen reports and cost analysis. Manage stock control, spoilage, and wastage.
*Liaise with Front of House staff about daily specials such as soup, steak, ice cream, sorbet, etc. Report guest complaints/issues in the Head Chef's absence.
*Support the Head Chef in menu creation, contributing creative ideas while considering cost efficiency.
*Communicate professionally with other departments.
*Document morning requirements from Head Chefs before daily preparation.
*Team Leadership: Train new kitchen employees on standards and regulations. Lead and monitor the kitchen staff to ensure sanitation and standards are maintained. Address and resolve diners' complaints quickly.
*Inspire and motivate the kitchen team, including an ambitious Chef de Partie and Kitchen Porter.
What's in it for you
* Accommodation if required and for the right person is available upon request
* Wages which keep up with the National Living Wage
* Full training and opportunity to develop within the business
* Free meals on duty
* 20% off all products
* Discounted Cookery School Courses
* Employee Wellness Programme for 2024,
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