Sous Chef

Sous Chef - The Old Cock Inn - Harpenden

The Old Cock Inn is a delightful pub & restaurant in the heart of Harpenden, offering guests the added benefit of six boutique bedrooms. We have a stylish and cosy restaurant, a relaxed and informal bar area with a roaring log fire for the colder months, and our lovely terrace garden at the back. We're what you might call a 'proper pub' serving a selection of real ales and craft beers, alongside an extensive wine, gin and spirit list.

We Will provide you with great benefits:

Competitive salary & bonus28 days holidayCompany Pension schemeRetail and beer discountsRefer a friend BonusMeals on dutyEmployee Assistance programmeBenefits portalCareer Development programmeFun culture surrounded by a supportive teamUniform Your role as Junior Sous Chef:

In this role you will report directly to the Head Chef. and will be expected to quickly gain familiarity with the entire kitchen operation so that you can fill in for the Sous Chef when needed and assist them in each aspect of managing a well-performing kitchen. You must possess the ability to quickly and authoritatively delegate job tasks and be able to draw upon your own experience to effectively mentor the junior team.

Your main duties as Sous Chef will involve:
Planning and directing food preparation and service; above all, setting an exceptional standard of example with your work ethic and desireEffectively supervising and managing other kitchen staffResponsibly seizing control of situations or problems that may arise at any moment and calmly applying the relevant action to address any issueWork closely with your head chef to effectively control stock and food GP, and identify opportunities to maximise profitabilityWhere necessary, managing underperforming staff members as well as providing incentives for staff members to go above and beyond the expectations of their particular chef roles.Outside of the kitchen, take responsibility for, or effectively delegate the kitchen due diligence procedures including; HACCP; COSHH; food wastage and where necessary, staff rotas.
What we are looking for:

Minimum 12 months experience as Sous or CDP with management experienceGood initiative to increase efficiency and remain busy during working hours
Proven management capabilities and effectively overseen junior team membersHigh food hygiene standards and high attention to due diligence proceduresA committed and passionate attitude to work, always looking to improve with a desire to progressConsistent high working standards including attention to detail, organisation, reliability, and pro-activity
Career Progression

The next job role up from this position is Sous Chef, which requires further responsibility and leadership of standout quality.

We also take your personal development as seriously as we take our beer and food. If you agree, it's time to wave goodbye to your previous jobs and say hello to your new career, we'd love to hear from you.

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