Sous Chef - London (Monday-Friday)
Vacherin
- London, United Kingdom
- £50,000 per year
- Full Time
- Chefs
- 40 hours per week
- Added 2 days ago
Assist the Head Chef in planning and preparing a menu that highlights our dedication to authenticity and quality, tailored to large-scale catering. Oversee daily food preparation, ensuring each dish is made with the finest ingredients and presented with consistency and excellence, even in high-volume settings. Efficiently cook and assemble dishes during peak service times, maintaining the highest standards of quality and authenticity. Train and supervise kitchen staff, including a direct CDP and overseeing an additional 2 CDPs, instilling a respect for traditional techniques and the use of premium ingredients. Collaborate with the Head Chef to manage a kitchen team of up to 23, ensuring seamless operation and high morale. Monitor inventory levels, source high-quality ingredients, and manage stock to minimize waste and ensure freshness. Maintain a spotless and organized kitchen, adhering to all health and safety regulations, especially critical in high-volume environments. Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop new recipes and menu items that stay true to authentic culinary traditions while meeting the demands of large-scale service. Assist in managing food costs and budget, ensuring profitability without compromising on ingredient quality. Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a high-quality culinary environment, preferably in large-scale catering or high-volume service. Culinary degree or relevant certification is a plus. Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards. Excellent cooking skills with a keen eye for detail and presentation. Ability to work efficiently under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Exceptional leadership and communication skills. Experience managing and training a team, including CDPs and junior kitchen staff. Passion for using high-quality ingredients and preserving authentic culinary traditions.
Where you’ll be working from
London
United Kingdom
EC2M 4UJ
Job Reference: compass/TP/3339953/224651