Job role : Sous Chef
Location : West London, Feltham
Salary : �32,000
Shift Pattern : Monday-Friday
Houston & Hawkes are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and experienced Sous Chef, who produce outstanding food using the finest and freshest ingredients in West London.
This role is ideally suited for someone who aspires to advance their career to the next level, potentially stepping into the role of a Head Chef in the near future.
Senior Sous Chef Duties:
* Overseeing the kitchen team
* Lead the team to use best practice Food Production techniques using the Houston & Hawkes systems and brand standards
* Setting up the kitchen, preparing the team for service, and ensuring all ingredients are fresh and in date
* Preparing ingredients, designing seasonal menu items, controlling and directing the food preparation process
* Approving and polishing dishes before they reach the customer
* Constantly innovating with pop ups and street food concepts
* Focusing on all customers including guests, staff and visitors & meeting dietary and allergen requirements whilst ensuring quality of food and service
Senior Sous Chef Requirements:
* A genuine passion for food
* Industry acumen and knowledge of external catering developments & innovations
* Honesty, transparency and consistency, someone who can gain and hold the respect of other
* Personal innovation and passion
* Demonstrative customer focus and service skills
* Ownership and accountability of the role and that of their team
* Computer literate
* Ability to work efficiently and competently under pressure
* Excellent time management and organisational skills
* High level of self-motivation and not constrained by conventional time keeping
* NVQ chef qualifications, or equivalent
* Strong ability to increase individual effectiveness through leadership, motivation, communication, coaching and training.
Senior Sous Chef Additional Benefits:
* Free meals at work
* Contributary pension scheme
* Free access to the company Employee Assistant Programme
* Life assurance at two times salary
* Company events including all company Christmas party
* Uniform provided
* Recognition schemes and people awards
* Family friendly support
Who we are:
Houston & Hawkes - a young and dynamic independent caterer based in the South East. We believe in creating memorable experiences for our customers through our upbeat, creative and sustainable food offer. We operate coffee bars, staff restaurants and delis in conjunction with client's hospitality and events requirements. We are socially responsible, mad about Great British produce, and dedicated to our talented teams. We offer dedicated training for all our team members with clear career plans to assist in your future development.
