Executive Chef Assistant

3 weeks ago


Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Loungers Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sous Chef to join our team at Lounge. 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
  • Develop and train kitchen staff to enhance their skills and knowledge
  • Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency
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 train kitchen staff
  • 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, ordering, and stock control
  • Experience with training and developing kitchen staff, including apprentices and junior chefs
What's Next?

If you're passionate about delivering exceptional food and service, and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you. Please follow us on LinkedIn or @life.at.lounge on TikTok to learn more about our company culture and values.



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