Senior Sous Chef
Senior Sous Chef
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Job Description
About Calo
Calo is an app providing personalised meal plans for busy people through nutritional algorithms built with love by chefs nutritionists and software engineers.
Launched in Bahrain in 2019 we have since expanded to 6 countries delivered millions of meals to our customers and launched our very own Grab & Go Cafe concepts.
Were on a noble mission to make healthy easy. We think this is one of the most important problems to tackle in our world today. We have global ambitions no small thinking here.
Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Sous Chef to join Calo Kitchen team in the UK. In this role you will work closely with both the Kitchen Manager and Head Chef to ensure seamless daily operations uphold food quality standards lead and develop the kitchen team contribute to menu preparation process optimisation and manage ordering and stocking of ingredients supplies and kitchen inventory.
The ideal candidate will bring both culinary expertise and strong leadership playing a pivotal role in maintaining excellence across the kitchen and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
Main Responsibilities
- Oversee and ensure the kitchen operates efficiently safely and meets high quality standards
- Support the Kitchen Manager and Head Chef in food preparation planning execution and supervision
- Take charge of a designated section or supervise an entire shift within kitchen operations
- Manage train and support kitchen staff across various sections
- Schedule shifts delegate responsibilities and assess team performance
- Clearly communicate daily tasks and goals to the team
- Monitor inventory manage ordering and control kitchen costs
- Enforce sanitation and health & safety regulations in compliance with UK standards
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with colleagues and team members
- Contribute to plating design and ensure dishes meet visual and taste standards
- Assist in implementing best practices for kitchen workflow and production processes
Ideal Candidate
Qualifications
- 8 years of experience in the hospitality catering or food production industry
- Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef or Sous Chef in a highvolume or productionbased kitchen
- Previous experience in a food manufacturing or central kitchen facility is a strong plus
- Strong command of English with excellent communication skills
- Currently based in the UK and able to reliably commute or relocate to NW10 7PR (London)
Knowledge and Competency
- Demonstrated experience in managing kitchen teams and operations
- Strong understanding of kitchen sections and production flows
- Ability to lead by example divide responsibilities and track performance
- Familiar with food safety standards and HACCP procedures
- Uptodate with culinary trends dietary preferences and process optimization
- Proficient in kitchen software systems and Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workplace
Personality
- A strong and clear communicator with a pleasant and professional demeanor
- Empathetic leader who fosters a collaborative and supportive kitchen environment
- Highly organized and dependable with a passion for operational excellence
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
