Sous Chef

We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Junior Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team in Cheltenham United Kingdom. As Junior Sous Chef you will support the Head Chef and senior kitchen staff whilst developing your culinary expertise maintaining food quality standards and contributing to a collaborative kitchen environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious culinary professional who is eager to learn thrives in fast-paced settings and is committed to delivering outstanding dining experiences.

• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and standards established by the Head Chef ensuring strict adherence to food safety and sanitation protocols at all times
• Oversee the production of dishes assigned to your station under supervision maintaining an organised clean and well-stocked designated area in compliance with kitchen policies and procedures
• Maintain quality control standards for all dishes consistently evaluating presentation taste and consistency whilst seeking feedback from senior staff to improve your skills
• Communicate positively and effectively with all team members supporting junior kitchen staff and learning from more experienced colleagues to facilitate your professional development
• Assist the Head Chef in developing testing and refining recipes offering suggestions and contributing to menu improvements under guidance
• Support kitchen inventory management monitor food costs and assist in implementing efficient resource utilisation strategies to optimise operational efficiency
• Maintain cleanliness organisation and proper functioning of kitchen equipment and facilities conducting routine maintenance checks and reporting issues promptly to senior staff
• Demonstrate resilience and composure whilst managing multiple priorities in a high-pressure kitchen environment seeking guidance when required
• Support the Head Chef in making decisions regarding food preparation plating and service to ensure consistent quality and timely delivery

Qualifications :

• Proven experience working in a professional kitchen environment ideally in a commis chef chef de partie or similar mid-level culinary role
• Solid knowledge of various cooking techniques cuisines and culinary methods with a commitment to continuous learning
• Strong understanding of food safety sanitation practices and HACCP principles with current food hygiene certification (Level 2 or equivalent)
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced high-pressure kitchen environments whilst maintaining focus and quality standards
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational and time management skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities with a collaborative team-oriented approach
• Emerging leadership potential with the ability to support and guide junior kitchen staff under supervision
• Competence in inventory management cost awareness and kitchen budgeting principles
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and sound decision-making skills
• Willingness to assist with menu planning recipe development and contribute ideas for culinary improvements
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment operation maintenance and safety protocols
• Ability to work flexibly including evenings weekends and holidays as required by the role
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism integrity and customer focus

Additional Information :

We pride ourselves on:

People first
Were a company of individuals united in doing our best for our clients.

Great food always
Using only the best ingredients our food is fresh authentic and tailored to each school age group and specific needs and preferences.

Food education
We educate pupils through food encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices.

Respect in everything we do
Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers suppliers and business partners and each other.

Fresh thinking
New ideas for food service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering.

In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.

Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time