Sous Chef

Sous ChefDeadline for applications: 20/10/2024Reports to: Head ChefLocation: The Glasshouse International Centre for MusicWorking hours: 36 hours across 7 days (evening & weekend work required)Salary: SCP 27 £26,493About The Glasshouse International Centre for Music We're a place where you can hear rock legends or pop icons on the same night as folk trios or opera singers. Where new musicians are nurtured and showcased on the same stages as platinum- selling performers. And where youth choirs and tambourine- shaking toddlers practice in the same spaces as our acclaimed orchestra Royal Northern Sinfonia. Whether you're front of house, waiting in the wings or keeping things running behind the scenes you will be part of a team that means 2 million people enjoy top - notch gigs, concerts and classes in our own venue at Gateshead Quays, out in communities across the North East and through live- streamed performances and digital lessons. About you Are you self-motivated, happy working in a team environment and flexible enough to adapt to a changing environment? If this sounds like you, read on to find out how you can hit the ground running. The Glasshouse is an internationally renowned centre of culture and excellence with a dynamic food and beverage department contributing to a world class customer experience.We are looking for an experience Junior Sous Chef to join our agile team as we develop our food and beverage offer across our varied audiences and commercial events. Working within a supportive team, you will be expected to bring passion and dedication to your role, working closely with the Head Chef.It would be great if you had experience in: Experience working within the hospitality industry, including producing food provision for large scale events. Skills and knowledge of: Ability to work well under pressure in a multi outlet operation.Passionate about food and hospitality- a natural flare for amazing food qualityStrong communication skillsCapability to deliver key business metrics including, food safety managementIt also helps if you have:Hands on experience of designing meusHigh degree of flexibility, can respond to a range of different work situationsProven ability to develop best in class sourcing of ingredientsPassionate about music, culture and the NortheastYou'll be responsible for: A passion for foodCapable of developing innovative ideas to improve the effectiveness of your section Able to work independently asking for guidance when needed Ability to assist with menu design and innovation, responding to our audiences and events A sound understanding of health and safety and food safety regulationsDemonstrable experience in a similar roleWork closely with Food & Beverage Team Managers to ensure smooth service deliveryResponsible for promoting plant-based dishes & sustainable productsWork closely with the Food & Beverage Operations Manager, Head of Audience Experience and FOH team ensuring exceptional food and service standards across all Food & Beverage operations.Ability to work as part of a wider team, working towards a common goalProducing dishes, both hot and cold, to a high standardEnsuring the kitchen is kept clean & tidy in line with cleanliness standardsEnsuring orders are maintained at an appropriate levelCleanliness records are kept up to dateBut don't worry if you're not a perfect match for the job description and criteria, we'd love you to apply anyway. We are more interested in your determination, positivity, and willingness to get stuck in.Our commitment to your developmentAt The Glasshouse, we're always learning. And we know that when it comes to training, everyone is different. So, you'll work closely with your manager to identify what your training journey will look like. If you have a specific interest or you would like to develop your skills in a certain area, we want to hear about it.This may be through gaining a qualification, on-the-job training or learning within your team, but whatever path you take, through training and support, we'll help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to thrive in your role.Diversity, Equality, and InclusionAt The Glasshouse, we encourage a working environment that's welcoming, inclusive, and diverse. Different backgrounds, views and experiences are valued so everyone can be themselves. Our venue and programmes are for everyone, so we want to make sure this opportunity is available to everyone, no matter your background or the challenges you've faced.For example, we would love to hear from you if you: Are D/deaf. Have a disability, learning difficulty or significant long -term health condition which affects your daily lifeDescribe yourself as neurodiverse (this might include dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, ADHD, autistic spectrum, and others) Grew up in a family receiving Universal Credit or state benefitsHave ever lived in council or social housing or been on the housing registerHave ever lived in sheltered accommodation or experienced homelessnessExperienced being in care at any point in your lifeHave been a refugee or asylum seekerAre from the African, South, East and South-East Asian, Middle East, Latinx or North African diaspora, or have experienced racism These are some common examples of challenging circumstances but there may be others. Everyone is welcome to apply. We do not discriminate because of race, colour, religion, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation or expression, age, disability or any other protected characteristic as outlined in the Equality Act 2010. Safeguarding children, young people and adults at riskWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect all of those that work with us to share this commitment. We operate a robust safeguarding framework and continuous assessment and development to support safer working practice across out workforce. Our roles are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes relevant background checks and the disclosure of criminal records, sanctions, and investigations where appropriate. Right to Work We welcome applications from candidates already eligible to work in the UK or those that can apply for a visa granting permission to work in the UK (e.g. dependent visas, ancestry etc.) that do not require sponsorship. You will be asked to share proof of this prior to receiving any offer of employment.Our application processClosing date for applications: 20/10/24Interview date: 24/10/24We understand that interviews can be a nerve-racking experience. We want you to feel comfortable so you can be yourself and shine, so if you have any questions about the role or the application process, please contact Lois, People Coordinator at [email protected]