At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the culinary team in delivering high-quality French cuisine and lead junior chefs.
- Company: Maison Gigi, a family-run French bakery known for its exceptional catering services.
- Benefits: Opportunity to grow, creative input, and work in a dynamic kitchen environment.
- Other info: Join a motivated team and thrive in a fast-paced, creative kitchen.
- Why this job: Step up your culinary career while sharing authentic French flavours with diverse clients.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Junior Sous Chef or senior CDP with a passion for French cuisine.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.
Overview
As a Junior Sous Chef within our Central London contract catering team, you will support the Senior Sous Chef and Head Chef to deliver creative, high-quality food experiences that reflect our French heritage and modern catering approach.
This is an opportunity to step up in responsibility, contribute ideas, and grow within a dynamic and motivated team.
Responsibilities
- Support the wider team and senior culinary team in managing daily kitchen operations for contract catering services.
- Lead, mentor, and motivate junior team members, ensuring a positive and professional kitchen culture.
- Lead a production section with a high level of independence.
- Contribute to menu development with creativity and a passion for authentic, seasonal cuisine.
- Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation across all areas of operation.
- Manage stock control, ordering, and minimising waste in line with budget guidelines.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
- Take charge of the kitchen in the absence of the Senior Sous Chef or Head Chef.
- Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a senior CDP or/and Junior Sous Chef in Contract Catering, Events, or Central Production Units.
- A strong culinary background with a passion for French and seasonal cuisine.
- Leadership skills with the ability to inspire and support a small team.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Sound knowledge of food safety and kitchen best practices.
- Flexible, adaptable, and enthusiastic about delivering outstanding food experiences.
About Us
Maison Gigi, a family-run French bakery, is renowned for its patisserie, specialty coffee, and grab-and-go options.
We deliver exceptional contract catering services for a diverse range of clients—from intimate gatherings to large-scale corporate events.
Inspired by regional French traditions, we are passionate about sharing authentic flavours with our customers.
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