Executive Chef

15 hours ago

Totnes, Devon, 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 engage the kitchen team to deliver high-quality food and excellent service standards.
  • Assist the Head Chef in menu planning, food preparation, and presentation.
  • Ensure the kitchen is run efficiently and safely, with a focus on health and safety, hygiene, and food safety.
  • Manage stock levels, inventory, and ordering to minimize waste and optimize resources.
  • Develop and implement training programs for kitchen staff to improve skills and knowledge.
  • Collaborate with the Head Chef and other kitchen staff to achieve business objectives and improve customer satisfaction.
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
  • Experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef/Assistant Kitchen Manager.
  • Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, including food preparation, presentation, and safety.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire the kitchen team.
  • Ability to work under pressure and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues quickly.
  • Knowledge of KPIs and labor forecasting, with the ability to make informed decisions.
  • Ability to build rapport and trust with stakeholders, including Ops Chefs and Ops Managers.
About Us

Lounge is a fast-growing hospitality business that values its employees and provides opportunities for career progression and personal development. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer service and quality food, and we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.

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