Job Title: Sous Chef Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum Location: Job Description: We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and innovative professional who shares our passion for traditional Chinese cuisine and is eager to contribute to the success of our restaurant. Key Responsibilities: - Assist the Head Chef in the daily operations of the kitchen. - Help with the development and planning of menus, ensuring a consistent and high-quality dining experience. - Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations. - Manage inventory and order supplies, maintaining optimal stock levels and controlling kitchen costs. - Prepare and cook dishes to the highest standard, with a focus on Sichuan and North-East Chinese cuisine. - Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure seamless service and customer satisfaction. - Handle any issues that arise in the kitchen and act as the Head Chef’s representative when they are not present. Requirements: - Proven experience as a Sous Chef, ideally with a background in Chinese cuisine. - Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and motivate a team. - Fluency in both English and Chinese is essential. - A creative approach to food and menu development. - Excellent time management and organizational skills. - A passion for food and a commitment to personal and professional growth. - A relevant culinary qualification is preferable. Benefits: - Competitive salary with room for progression. - Opportunity to work in a reputable establishment and refine your expertise in authentic Chinese cuisine. - Be part of a diverse and inclusive team. - Work in a dynamic and supportive environment. Golden Empire Restaurant is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. We look forward to welcoming you to the Golden Empire family!
Our Kitchen Assistants/Team Members are responsible for preparing our food offering to the highest quality and standards. Their role is crucial in maintaining a smooth and efficient operation in the kitchen. Opening hours: from 10.00am to 2.00am from Monday to Sunday What you'll do at Pasta Evangelists: - Ensuring that the kitchen is set up and ready for each service with the right amount of prepared Pasta Sauces and other ingredients that ensure the right amount for quick service but does not negatively impact food costs i.e. wastage. Including preparing par levels in the pre-prepared cold delivery fridge. - Wear a full smart clean uniform to the brand standard at all times whilst on shift and protective clothing as required. - Ensure the full Pasta Evangelists Standard is adhered to, thereby ensuring our Pasta and other Products are kept to the highest possible standard for Best product quality to our customer. - To ensure that the kitchen is exceptionally clean and complies with all Health and Safety / Quality and Safety regulations. - To keep an eye on the Availability and Inform the Team leaders and wider team in advance. - Document and keep a record of information on food as appropriate to the company policy and effective date labelling and make sure stock rotation principles (FIFO) are fully adhered to. - Ensure that all par levels are maintained. - Ensure any food wastage is recorded accurately. - Utilise the SOP to maximise the quality and speed of food readiness. - For all equipment i.e. Fridges, Pasta Boiler, Ovens, Microwaves etc ensure that the right temperature records are kept and the correct procedures are followed for safe food handling. - Ensure all equipment is maintained to the SOP standard. E.g. Kitchen management system, oven, fridges, freezers etc. - Preparing and cooking food to the highest of standards and complying with the preparation of all food that meets Pasta Evangelist’s requirements as laid out within “How to Cards”. - Ensure all food is prepared quickly, in the correct order, to the How to Card standard and in line with all SOP’s. - Full Checking deliveries into the Store and reporting any issues to the Team Leader/ Manager. To Ensure that all deliveries are Received & stored appropriately and storage requirements are adhered to. - Full Operating the wash-up area effectively and ensuring any equipment used is thoroughly cleaned. - Full Use correct signage whilst cleaning is taking place. - Full Ensure that all rubbish is disposed of correctly at all times, following the company waste management processes in relation to recycling and adhering to Local Authority requirements. - Reporting of any equipment defects quickly to Team leader or Area Manager. - Full Ensure that all close down kitchen procedures are followed and that the kitchen is always clean and prepared as possible for the next shift. - Full Regularly organise pest checks and report any concerns to the Team leader and higher management. Who are you: - You have knowledge of safe food handling, storage, and preparation techniques to prevent foodborne illnesses (preferable). - You are familiar with basic culinary techniques such as chopping, slicing, dicing, and measuring ingredients. - You have the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively. - You are meticulous and detail-oriented when it comes to food preparation, cleaning, and maintaining kitchen organization. - You have the ability to work well as part of a team, communicate effectively with colleagues, and follow instructions from the Team Leader and/or Area Manager. - You are willing to adapt to changing situations, work schedules, and tasks as required in a dynamic kitchen environment. What we can offer: - £12.21 per hour - £13.21 per hour from midnight onwards. - Join a dynamic, fast-moving & diverse team - Regular team socials - Free Pasta Evangelists products - Referral Scheme bonus - Cycle to work scheme - Development Opportunities - you can grow inside the business.
DBS Chef for a contract catering site in Bristol Monday to Friday 7am-3pm Job description We are looking for a expreinced Chef De Partie for a school in Windor Monday to Frdiay 7am-3pm 8 hours per day £14 per hour Weekly pay You will work withn a team of 3 chef privifdng food for stuends Must have at elast 3 years of experience and must have DBS As Chef de partie you will do: Oversee and run a specific station (e.g., grill, sauté, pastry, fish, etc.) during service. Ensure all dishes from your station are prepared and presented to the restaurant's standards. Prepare ingredients and mise en place (prepping, chopping, and portioning food) for the shift. Follow recipes and menus to produce consistent, high-quality dishes. Cook dishes according to the menu and customer preferences. Plate dishes beautifully and ensure they are presented in accordance with the restaurant's standards.