Teddington
As a Sous Chef for our new opening, specializing in cocktails, cicchetti, and pizzas, you will play a crucial role in our kitchen operations. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will be responsible for leading the kitchen team, ensuring the highest standards of food preparation, quality, and presentation, and contributing to the development of our exciting menu. Responsibilities: • Assist the Head Chef in managing and overseeing daily kitchen operations., • Lead and motivate the kitchen team, fostering a positive and efficient work environment., • Ensure all food is prepared to the highest culinary standards, maintaining consistency and quality., • Oversee inventory management, including ordering, stock rotation, and minimizing waste., • Contribute to menu development and innovation, with a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients for cicchetti and pizzas., • Ensure strict adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations., • Support the training and development of kitchen staff., • Manage the kitchen during the Head Chef's absence. Qualifications: • Proven experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Chef de Partie looking for career progression, ideally within an Italian or Mediterranean cuisine setting., • Strong leadership and organizational skills., • Excellent culinary skills with a passion for quality food and creative presentation., • Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment., • In-depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards., • Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.
