Sous Chef

Job title:

Sous Chef

Company

Knekt Hiring Hub

Job description

Sous Chef
Archiestown, Speyside
Salary: £36,000 + bonus (depending on experience)Are you a passionate chef keen to take the next step in your career and looking to make your mark in the heart of Speyside’s dining scene? This venue in Archiestown is seeking an exceptional Sous Chef to join our team and help us deliver unique, creative, and locally inspired menus that reflect our commitment to sustainability and seasonality.About the RoleAs our Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with the Murray family, playing a key role in managing the kitchen performance, driving food innovation, and maintaining the highest standards of quality and service. Your ability to work independently and take initiative will be essential in managing smooth kitchen operations, creating new dishes, and maintaining consistency, even under pressure.What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Leading the kitchen to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
• Managing food stocks, ordering, and budgets with precision.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, health & safety, and environmental policies.
• Creating and implementing innovative menus, reflecting current trends and local produce.
• Running a smooth and efficient kitchen service during shifts.
• Adapting to and implementing changes to menus, specials, and dish delivery.

What We’re Looking For:

• A passion for high-quality food, customer service, and hospitality.
• A creative chef with the ability to work to different levels of food service.
• Proven leadership skills with at least 3 years of leadership experience in a kitchen team and the ability to manage independently when required.
• A calm and proactive approach under pressure, with excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• A keen eye for detail and an appreciation for high standards in all aspects of kitchen operations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to motivate and build a cohesive team.
• A flexible and resilient individual who thrives in a dynamic environment.
• A leader who understands the importance of working with the other departments as a unified team in order to deliver excellent customer service and business performance.

What You’ll Get in Return:

• A competitive salary up to (£36,000) plus performance-based bonus.
• Opportunities for professional growth through in-house and external training.
• A supportive, innovative working environment with the chance to contribute to our growing reputation as dining leaders in Moray Speyside.
• A structured work-life balance within a manageable hours structure.
• Entry into the company pension scheme after three months.

Join a team that values creativity, innovation, and teamwork, all the while being part of a well-respected, independent brand committed to excellence in hospitality.Apply Now!If you’re ready to take the next step in your culinary career and be part of an exciting journey with the Group, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme
• Tips

Expected salary

£36000 per year

Location

Moray

Job date

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 23:00:27 GMT

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