Junior Sous Chef

Junior Sous Chef, Leeds/Ilkley Area, £32,000 package

Fresh Food-Led Independent Restaurant/Gastro Pub

The Benefits include:

• Superb salary based on a hourly rate

• Monthly Tonk

• 4-5 days over 7

• 40 hour working week

• modern kitchen with all the latest kit and equipment

• Pension scheme 

About Our Clients

Our Independent clients operate this thriving independent restaurant and gastro pub dedicated to providing guests with exceptional dining experiences. 

The Gastro pub prides itself on using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients to create innovative and delicious dishes that showcase the best of modern British cuisine. 

We are seeking a talented and passionate Junior Sous Chef to join the dynamic kitchen team in this lovely country-side setting

Position Overview

As Junior Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, working closely with the Sous chef & Head Chef to ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and kitchen efficiency. 

This position requires a combination of Chef & cooking expertise, leadership skills, and a deep passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the senior chefs on menu development, with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients and innovative flavor combinations

• Work within the daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating

• Working to high food safety and hygiene standards, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment

• Train, supervise, and mentor junior kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment

• Manage inventory, place orders, and work with local suppliers to source high-quality ingredients

• Assist in cost control measures, including minimising waste and optimising ingredient usage

• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and address any customer feedback or special requests

• Participate in staff meetings and contribute ideas for improving kitchen efficiency and food quality

• Stay current with culinary trends and techniques, continuously expanding your knowledge and skills

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a CDP or Junior Sous chef position, preferably in a fresh food-led independent restaurant or gastro pub setting

• Solid knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and culinary techniques

• Understanding of food safety regulations and health and safety standards

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

• Creativity and passion for developing new dishes and flavor combinations

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, to a 40 hour 4 day week

If this sounds like the ideal position for you then send your CV and cover letter through the link here, to hear of similar positions in the region & beyond then give Eddy Nuttall a call here in the Dish hospitality Offices