Position: Sous Chef Reports To: Owner Hours: Full-time/Part-time (flexible hours available) Both Full time hours 50 hours + and part time 25 Hours available. Enquire by Live chat About Us: We are a cozy, independent café focused on serving delicious, freshly made breakfast and brunch dishes in a warm, inviting environment. We pride ourselves on using high-quality ingredients, supporting local suppliers, and providing an exceptional dining experience for our guests. Job Overview: We are looking for a passionate and skilled Sous Chef to join our small, close-knit team. This is a unique role where you will be responsible for running the entire kitchen independently, preparing and presenting a variety of breakfast and brunch dishes with an emphasis on beautiful presentation. The café serves an average of 15-20 dishes per day, and the ideal candidate must be organized, creative, and capable of handling all kitchen operations single-handedly. Key Responsibilities: • Food Preparation: Prepare, cook, and plate a range of breakfast and brunch dishes, ensuring all items meet our high-quality standards. • Menu Knowledge: Ensure full knowledge and understanding of the café’s menu, including ingredients, portion sizes, and food preparation methods. • Presentation: Focus on aesthetically presenting dishes, ensuring every plate is visually appealing and aligned with our café’s standard. • Ingredient Management: Oversee stock levels, manage inventory, and ensure timely ordering of ingredients to avoid shortages. Maintain a clean, organized kitchen at all times. • Health & Safety: Follow food safety and hygiene practices, ensuring compliance with all health regulations and standards. • Independence: Operate the kitchen on your own during shifts, from prep to service, ensuring smooth execution and delivery of meals. • Creative Input: Help with menu development and introduce new ideas to elevate the brunch offerings, focusing on seasonal ingredients and creative
Sous Chef - Exciting New Restaurant in Sanderstead We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join our team at a newly opened, high-quality restaurant in Sanderstead (Croydon). Specializing in fresh, European cuisine, we’re passionate about serving exceptional food cooked entirely in-house, from breakfast through to dinner. About the Role • Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per year (inclusive of tronc, with potential for more). • Hours: 48 hours per week. • Cuisine: High-quality European dishes, with a strong focus on fresh meats and fish. As Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with the Head Chef to: • Oversee the kitchen team, ensuring smooth and efficient service. • Prepare and cook high-quality dishes to the highest standards. • Inspire the team with your positive attitude and lead by example. • Maintain exceptional food hygiene and kitchen standards. What We’re Looking For • Strong experience in cooking fresh meats and fish is essential. • Proven ability to manage a small kitchen team. • A positive and collaborative attitude. • Financial management skills are not essential and can be taught on the job. Why Join Us? • Be part of an exciting new venture with a passionate and dedicated team. • Work in a dynamic environment where quality and creativity are at the forefront. • Opportunities to grow and develop your skills. If you’re a skilled Sous Chef looking for your next challenge in a vibrant, high-quality restaurant, we’d love to hear from you!