Sous Chef

Job titleEvent sous chefSalary£38K to £45KReports toHead Chef and Senior sous chefResponsible forAll lower level chefsGoldmills Recruitment are recruiting an exciting Events Sous Chef role for one of our clients based in East London. Job description overviewTo be responsible for the safe food produce and deliverance of events from purchase to serving in conjunction with senior sous chef. To work alongside the companies HACCP system and to be clear of the responsibilities of the companies Food safety policy. To abide by the companies recipes and standards of food preparation. To partake in food based competitions and offer ideas to senior sous chef. To have menu input and create new dishes. Leading a team, ensuring they are well organised and executing their roles to the standards set by the company in absence of senior sous chefs. Often taking direct responsibility and directly managing the event delivery process from beginning to end. Have a clear understanding of quantities of production and distribution, packing and portioning for events.Skills required Systematic and organised approach to all areas of work.Ability to work under pressure and take on responsibility.Good leadership skills and an ability to motivate a team to achieve the goals of the business.Written and spoken communication and an enthusiasm to demonstrate this in client facing situations.A flare for kitchen operational efficiency.Ability to see the big picture (business goals) and the finer details (service standards) simultaneously.Excellent time management and an ability to prioritise and delegate effectively.An excellent understanding of mass production and brat pan cookeryKey job rolesTo assist in all food production following the companies individual HACCP’sTo comply with all cleaning schedules and hygiene due diligence Supervise all staff for whom you are responsible and ensure those employees carry out the tasks within their job description to the company standard in absence of senior sous chef.Manage the flow of communication through the kitchen, ensuring every chef has the information they need well in advance and enabling them to carry out their job roles effectively in absence of the senior sous chef.Manage the company food stock control system in absence of the senior sous chef.To ensure all food is packed on the correct van for each event using the Caterease packing list.Work directly with senior management, helping the company to consistently grow and improve in all areas. Minimum required qualifications Manual handlingCOSHH trainingHACCP training level 2Allergen training level 2 Health and safety level 2Food safety level 2First aid at work