Sous Chef

2 weeks ago


united kingdom West Dean College Full time

About West Dean
West Dean, Sussex, is an inspirational arts, design and conservation college based in the beautiful South Downs just north of Chichester. We also have one of the greatest historic gardens, open to the public year around, and a vibrant village shop and tea room.
We have several food service outlets across West Dean, operating 7 days a week, serving seasonal food to our diverse range of students, visitors and guests. Our working hours are 8 hour straight shifts between 6.30am and 9pm, depending which food outlet you are in. We offer breakfast, lunch and dinner, menus are pre planned, and created to utilise the produce grown and reared on the West Dean Estate.
We strive to deliver food, which is wholesome, seasonal, and sustainable by growing our own produce, working closely with local suppliers, using different types of food preservation, and reducing our food waste. If you want to be part of a company that is really trying to make a difference, get in touch.
The Role
We are recruiting for a full time, permanent Sous Chef to join our Kitchen teams.
We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated, and enthusiastic person, to supervise the day to day running of the kitchen, preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to a high standard. Main duties include:

  • Ensuring the efficient and smooth running of the kitchen(s)
  • Managing the day to day activities of the kitchen team, allocating duties and specific tasks as required;
  • Assist the Head Chef to manage and control daily food costs, ensuring that agreed budgets are adhered to;
  • Support with ordering and supplier management;
  • Manage the production and planning of dishes in accordance with agreed procedures.


The Person
To be successful in this role you will need to have previous experience working at a similar level of responsibility or be ready to take your next step in your career, gained in a high-quality food service environment.
The right candidate will be able to demonstrate strong leadership, organisational, communication and planning skills and be confident and adaptable in the kitchen environment.
Key to this role is having a passion for food and food service.
The Offer
For this role, we are offering:
£33,924 per annum to work 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day, 5 days over 7 (including bank holidays and weekends). As well as some fantastic benefits including:

  • Annual leave - 33 holidays per annum (inc bank holidays)
  • Generous contributory pension scheme, matching from 4% to 7.5%
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free entry to West Dean Gardens
  • Complimentary staff access to events
  • Discounts on retail goods in our two shops
  • Free and discounted places on short courses at West Dean College
  • Free use of West Dean College facilities including swimming pool, library, and tennis courts
  • Subsidised bed and breakfast rates
  • Discounts on event hire and food and beverage charges
  • Free on-site parking
  • Opportunity to work in other catering outlets on the Estate.


How to Apply
If you are passionate about providing exceptional food, fostering a warm and inclusive environment, we'd love to hear from you Please apply via our careers site: Careers at West Dean


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