Sous Chef - Creative Kitchen Lead (Newcastle-under-Lyme)

Thomas Franks Ltd.; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering business is seeking a full-time Sous Chef in Newcastle-under-Lyme. In this role, you will prepare meals, ensure prompt service, and maintain high hygiene standards. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and possess team-working abilities, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. Enjoy perks like free meals on duty, a cycle-to-work scheme, and extensive training opportunities within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers)

Free meals on duty

Volunteers leave - up to one day per year

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave

Cycle to work scheme

Recommend a friend bonus

Unrivalled individual training and development

Well established apprenticeship programme

Team & company social events

Employee assistance programme

Excellent career progression

Qualifications

• Similar experience in customer and/or food preparation environment is preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate reasonable/good understanding and use of verbal English.
• Ability to manage some moderately heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food service areas for the day's business.
• Ensure prompt service of all meals to company/clients standards.
• Prepare, set-up, serve, clear, and clean food service.
• Comply with health & safety regulations.

Skills

Team working abilities

Listening skills

Ability to work independently

Impeccable personal presentation

Food hygiene certificate

Adaptability and flexibility

Reliability

Customer service skills

Education

Food hygiene certificate preferred

Job description

A leading catering business is seeking a full-time Sous Chef in Newcastle-under-Lyme. In this role, you will prepare meals, ensure prompt service, and maintain high hygiene standards. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and possess team-working abilities, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. Enjoy perks like free meals on duty, a cycle-to-work scheme, and extensive training opportunities within a dynamic environment.