Junior Sous Chef in Bradford

Overview

Being a chef at The Gilpin Hotel & Lake House requires varying degrees of skill and bucket loads of enthusiasm. With three very different kitchens on our beautiful sites - we employ staff with a range of culinary skills and qualifications ranging from creative chefs with Michelin Star experience to our much-needed and hard-working kitchen porters. Every staff member is important in helping to create a smooth and incredible dining experience for our guests.
A Junior Sous Chef at SOURCE (One Michelin Star).

Responsibilities

• Assists in the overall management of kitchen operations, including budgeting, staff scheduling, workflow coordination, and ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning of the kitchen.
• Oversees food preparation and cooking activities, ensures that dishes are prepared to the highest standards of taste, quality, and presentation. Monitors the cooking process, tastes and adjusts seasonings, and ensures consistency in flavours.
• Is confident in presenting food to guests and has the ability to explain dishes in a clear, confident and professional manner.
• Ensures that all dishes leaving the kitchen meet the established standards of quality, taste, and presentation. Conducts regular inspections of food items, ensures consistent high standards of plating techniques, and addresses any quality or consistency issues promptly.
• Contributes to menu planning and development by providing creative ideas, new dish concepts and improvements. Collaborates with the Executive Head Chef in designing and implementing menu changes, seasonal offerings, and special promotions.
• Helps train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff, including chefs, cooks, and kitchen assistants. Provides guidance on culinary techniques, menu items, and best practices to ensure consistent skill development and professional growth.
• Oversees inventory control, includes ingredient procurement, stock rotation, and minimising waste. Collaborates with suppliers, monitors ingredient quality and maintains accurate records of inventory levels.
• Ensures compliance with all health and safety regulations, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices. Conducts regular kitchen inspections to maintain a clean, tidy, organised and safe working environment at all times.
• Fosters effective communication and collaboration with other departments. Coordinates with other chefs and staff members to ensure seamless operations, efficient service, and guest satisfaction.
• Assists in monitoring and controlling food costs, portion sizes, and wastage. Implements strategies to optimise ingredient utilisation, minimise expenses, and maximise profitability while maintaining quality standards.
• Participates in the planning and execution of special events, banquets, and catering functions. Coordinates with the Executive Head Chef to develop customised menus, oversees food preparation and ensures timely service.
• Is presentable at all times in clean pressed uniform, with long hair tied back. Attention to personal hygiene is also extremely important.