Junior Sous Chef Job at Baxter Storey (London)

Job Description

Calling all culinary connoisseurs that are OBSESSED about food, we need you! If you have an insatiable appetite for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create food that delights customers and clients, then look no further. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish, your talents can shine and we wholeheartedly believe in nourishing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve, refine their craft and create a development partnership together to ensure professional growth opportunities. We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Junior Sous Chef to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate chef to take a next step in their culinary career and to be a part of a business where who are OBSESSED about food and developing talent.

Job Responsibility

Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head chef
ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all time
Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensuring cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
Team Collaboration – communicate positively and effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary
Coaching of junior chefs to support development
Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation
Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order

Requirements

Proven experience working as a Junior Sous Chef or similar role
Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong communication and teamwork abilities
Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

What we offer

28 Days holiday including bank holidays
Plus your birthday off
3 volunteering days
3 days grandparent leave
24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
Secondary carer leave
Wedding/commitment day leave
Free meals on shift
Bespoke training and development opportunities
Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
Pension and life insurance
Discounts available from Perkbox app, from high street shops to holidays & cinema
Wellbeing hub
Access to employee assistance programme
Cycle to work scheme

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