Sous Chef in Hounslow

Our production unit takes pride in offering top-tier luxury airline catering that is both elegant and sophisticated. Our team is dedicated to crafting a one-of-a-kind experience that is attractive to even the most discerning passengers. We focus on providing exceptional quality, first-class service, and an exquisite range of menu options that are sure to impress.

The role of Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef Team and has a primary responsibility for overseeing and supervising production of food for DO & CO. You will work hard to promote the company’s culture, mission, and values. You will act as a team leader and motivator for the whole team using interpersonal skills and be a clear communicator. You will be responsible for supervising, training, evaluating, coaching, and counseling the team ensuring compliance with company standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working closely with the Executive Chef team to ensure that consistent quality products are produced following all DO & CO standards.
• Designing, developing, and presenting new menu designs as per the customers’ needs.
• Managing and supporting the Kitchen team with all internal employee relations, agency usage, and recording of cost/hours.
• Being a role model, ready to roll up your sleeves and lead the team in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Instilling a culture of job pride and ownership and motivating the team to adapt to stressful situations.
• Planning production to the daily schedule and ensuring the exceptional DO & CO quality is maintained.
• Establishing production of recipes that align with the set pricing structure and customer budget.
• Ensuring operations adhere to all SOPs and relevant Critical Control Points, Health and Safety, Food safety, and legal requirements.
• Performing quality control checks to ensure specifications are met on raw materials and finished products.
• Building and maintaining excellent working relationships with all departments.
• Defining systems of working to ensure quality of product and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Driving success by proactively managing team performance and providing development opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Role model ability, leading a large team with a problem-solving mentality.
• Previous experience as a Sous Chef.
• Confidence in taking the lead as you will be required to manage the department.
• Passion for high-end cuisine and motivation to deliver exceptional service.
• Well presented, professional individual with a positive attitude.
• Ability to be a positive change champion for DO & CO.
• Meticulous attention to detail and data-driven.
• Strong relationships with the team, mentoring and motivating.
• Clear and engaging communicator with strong written and verbal English.
• Flexible in decision-making and handling change.
• Great understanding and working knowledge of Operations.

Additional Information:

We believe that our employees are the driving force behind our success and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including:

• On-site role.
• Refer a Friend Scheme.
• On-Site Free Meals.
• In-house training opportunities.
• Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
• The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market.

DO&CO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.