Sous Chef

Sous Chef  Required for a gorgeous and exclusive elite venue on the outskirts of Haywards Heath, West Sussex. If you are looking for a role that offers set hours, no regular late nights and encourages input and ideas then look no further!    Hours: Wednesday to Sunday 8.30am till 5pm  Evenings may be occasionally required when the venue have special events on site or seasonal functions.    Working for a team who are passionate about contributing and sharing new menu ideas and implementing new recipes. The chef brigade offers a supportive environment which is driven by teamwork. This is a role where your voice is heard and your ideas and thoughts are important and encouraged.  To ensure smooth running of service To support Head Chef and be able to run the kitchen in the absence of the HC To support with the development and continued growth of an expanding elite standard restaurant and cafe Having a passion for hospitality and have experience being a strong Sous or Chef de Partie and have experience working with fresh, high quality produce Good attention to detail Strong verbal and written communication skills Organisational skills with an ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment. Works well within a team and independently Able to cook and prepare meals using fresh quality ingredients. Support in the kitchen during prep time The successful candidate will have the following:  A confident understanding of Larder, Dessert, Vegetables, Meat & Fish prep Health & safety level 2 Motivated by working in a busy and varied role where your voice is heard and ideas are encouraged. Benefits Include:  25 days holiday + 1 day off for birthday + public holidays Additional Company Pension Contributions Discretionary Annual Bonus Private Health Cover Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance – 4 x basic salary Income Protection Insurance Group Accident Insurance Company Maternity Pay – 13 weeks at full pay Paternity Pay – 2 weeks at full pay Time off for Volunteering Generous staff discount