At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a kitchen team, create menus, and ensure top-notch food quality.
- Company: Join the vibrant Libertine team in Westbourne, known for its welcoming atmosphere.
- Benefits: Enjoy free meals, discounts, training opportunities, and a solid pension scheme.
- Other info: Access to development programmes and culinary masterclasses for skill enhancement.
- Why this job: Unleash your creativity and make a real impact in a dynamic culinary environment.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Sous Chef or Senior CDP with strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 33000 - 35000 £ per year.
About us: We are now recruiting for an experienced sous chef to join our team here at the Libertine in Westbourne. Applicants must have had previous experience with preparing food from scratch as well as being able to lead and work well in a team.
What we offer our Sous Chefs:
- Access to our Sous Chef - Head Chef development Programme: the majority of our head chefs are internal appointments
- Autonomy to create your own menus and specials, alongside your Head Chef
- Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme - Gain a nationally recognised qualification
- Access to regular culinary masterclasses and training days to boost your skills
- Free meals
- 20% discount in all Young’s pubs and hotels
- Share save Scheme
- Company Pension Scheme
- 28 Days Holiday per year
What we look for in a Sous Chef:
We are looking for an existing Sous Chef or Senior CDP looking for their next step, who considers themselves as a natural leader with a passion and flare for producing quality fresh food in an environment that makes people feel welcome.
As the successful Sous Chef you will:
- Have experience championing excellent service through quality food
- Be responsible and able to manage the kitchen staff rota, training and all health and safety effectively at all times
- Working alongside your Head Chef, you will be able to demonstrate your creativity and ability by helping to design and deliver new dishes for our menus and daily specials
- Demonstrate great planning and organisational skills, necessary to maintain effective controls with regard to both GP and labour
- Have a pro-active approach to driving sales and delivering growth, through engagement with both kitchen and front of house teams
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At the Libertine in Westbourne, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and supportive work culture where creativity and leadership are celebrated. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our comprehensive development programmes, culinary masterclasses, and apprenticeship opportunities, ensuring that our Sous Chefs not only thrive in their roles but also have the chance to shape their culinary careers. With competitive benefits including free meals, discounts, and a generous holiday allowance, we offer an enriching environment for those passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences.
