Executive Chef Assistant

3 weeks ago


ClactononSea, Essex, United Kingdom Lounges Full time

As a key member of our kitchen team, you'll be responsible for supporting the Head Chef in delivering exceptional food quality and service. With a passion for real cooking, you'll lead and engage the team to ensure seamless kitchen operations.

The Role

  • Lead shifts and ensure the kitchen runs effectively and safely
  • Manage stocks, Health & Safety, and Hygiene protocols
  • Maintain high-quality standards and uphold 5* kitchen standards
  • Collaborate with the kitchen team to achieve excellent food standards

The Benefits

  • Overtime pay for hours worked over contracted hours
  • Staff food on every shift
  • 50% off staff discount
  • Paid breaks
  • 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) pro rata
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after 2 years service
  • Competitions and incentives
  • 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
  • Achievable bonuses
  • Tips shared equally across the team
  • Christmas and Boxing Day off

What We're Looking For

  • Experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef/Assistant Kitchen Manager
  • Strong kitchen skills, including food prep, cleaning, and knife skills
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Ability to manage stakeholders and build rapport
  • Strong knowledge of best practice around rota scheduling, sales, and labour forecasts
  • Demonstrated success in training and recruitment for kitchen teams


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