Sous Chef

BOXPARK; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular dining venue in Glasgow is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Head Chef in ensuring food preparation and service comply with hygiene regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in a kitchen environment, be able to monitor food standards, and maintain kitchen cleanliness and compliance. Responsibilities include menu preparation, training staff, and ensuring the highest standards of personal hygiene are upheld at all times. A competitive salary is offered for the right candidate.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and production in a kitchen environment.
• Understanding of HACCP regulations and compliance.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in food preparation and menu compilation.
• Ensure high levels of hygiene and compliance with health standards.
• Monitor and maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Food hygiene standards

Teamwork

Time management

Menu preparation

Job description

Job Title: Sous Chef

Responsible To: Head Chef

Responsible For: To assist the head chef in ensuring that food preparation, food production and food service is carried out to the highest standards and in accordance with the food hygiene HACCP regulations.

The main duties involved in the role are outlined below however this list is not exhaustive.

MAIN DUTIES:

• To arrive promptly on duty as scheduled in a full, clean & presentable uniform at all times in accordance with company grooming policy.
• Maintain the highest level of personal and work cleanliness and hygiene and throughout all duties comply with HACCP requirements.
• To ensure that agreed standard of uniform and personal hygiene is carried out in the kitchen at all times.
• To assist all food purchased is to the agreed standard.
• To ensure staff are trained to the agreed standard.
• To assist the Head Chef in preparing and compiling menus for daily business, functions etc.
• To ensure all cleaning schedules are adhered to and hygiene is checked daily.
• To comply with company legislations regarding Fire, Health and Safety, Hygiene, Food Hygiene, Customer Care and Security.
• To monitor all dishes prepared from the kitchen and ensure they conform to agreed standard prior to food service.
• Carry out ordering duties as required.
• To comply with delivery intake of produce.
• Adhere to the company's Code of Conduct.
• To read, understand and carry out your responsibilities as defined in the Health and Safety Statement and Staff Handbook.
• Ensure work areas are kept clean, safe and tidy at all times.
• Report any maintenance issues immediately to management.
• All staff of the company are required to make themselves available for training and communication meetings for which advance notice will normally be given.

Compensation: Competitive salary