Executive Chef Assistant

3 weeks ago


Witney, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Lounges Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sous Chef to join our team at Lounges. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be responsible for supporting the Head Chef in delivering exceptional food quality and service standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the kitchen team to ensure seamless service delivery
  • Develop and implement kitchen procedures to maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene
  • Collaborate with the Head Chef to plan and execute menus, ensuring consistency and quality
  • Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and stock control to minimize waste and optimize resources
  • Train and develop junior staff members to enhance their skills and knowledge
  • Contribute to the development of new menu ideas and concepts
What We Offer
  • Overtime pay for every hour worked over contracted hours
  • Staff food on every shift
  • 50% off staff discount to enjoy outside working hours from day one
  • Paid breaks
  • 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) pro rata
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after 2 years service
  • The most talked-about staff party in hospitality - Loungefest
  • Competitions and incentives (like jetting off on an all expenses paid trip with one of our suppliers)
  • Company pension scheme
  • Long service awards
  • Power over your pay with Wagestream
  • Emotional and practical support via the Licenced Trade Charity
  • Great opportunity for personal development and career progression in a fast growing business
  • Achievable bonuses
  • Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
  • Christmas and Boxing Day off
Requirements
  • Proven experience as a Sous Chef or equivalent role in a high-volume kitchen environment
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team
  • Excellent culinary skills, with a focus on quality, presentation, and consistency
  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritizing tasks and managing multiple responsibilities
  • Knowledge of kitchen operations, including inventory management, stock control, and food safety
  • Experience with training and developing junior staff members
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and outside the box

If you are a motivated and experienced Sous Chef looking for a new challenge, please apply today



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