• Up to £42.000 pa
•  Bicester, Oxfordshire - but with the requirement to travel and work at venues and events across the UK.
•  Absolute Taste LTD
•  Permanent, 40 Hrs per week across 5 out of 7 days
•  33 Holidays a year (including bank holidays)

COMPANY OVERVIEW

As an innovative business of culinary and customer service providers, delivering inspirational food and experiences to a number of fixed sites, high street brands & major sporting events we are seeking to add a  highly creative and experienced ‘Senior Sous Chef’ to join our growing team.

CLICK HERE to see our event highlights from 2024!

EVENTS

-        The Open Golf

-        The Cinch Tennis Championships at Queens

-        LTA tournaments at Nottingham, Birmingham & Eastbourne

-        The British F1 Grand Prix at Silverstone

-        Salon Prive London & Blenheim Palace

-        LIV Golf

-        Inter Miami

-        Goodwood Festival of Speed

-        Goodwood Revival

-        Saudi Gold Cup

-        AIG Women’s Open

SITES

-        The Silverfleet at Woods Quay

-        Mercedes Benz World

-        Bicester Heroics Cafe

-        Fenwick - Royal Tunbridge Well

-        Royal Academy of Music

-        Tythe Barn

-        Burghley House

-        Eagles Farm Shops

TRAVEL

-        Eurostar

-        NetJets

-        Great Western Railways

-        Dnata

HIGH STREET BRANDS

-        Rosa’s Thai

-        Dishoom

-        Carluccios

-        Fishworks

-        Gourmet Burger Kitchen

ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will play a vital role in driving culinary excellence, working closely with our esteemed Head Chefs to lead and inspire a talented kitchen brigade. You will be instrumental in delivering exceptional dining experiences across a diverse range of events, from intimate private gatherings to large-scale sporting events and festivals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

-        Menu Development: Collaborate closely with Head Chefs to develop innovative and refined culinary concepts, translating client visions into exquisite menus.

-        Event Planning: Assist Head Chefs with operational planning aspects of each event, including ordering, rota planning, and overall kitchen set up and build.

-        Event Delivery: Oversee the kitchen operation whilst on the event, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and uncompromising quality in every aspect of food preparation and presentation.

-        Team Leadership: Provide strong leadership to large kitchen teams, fostering a collaborative environment, delegating effectively, and ensuring high performance during demanding events.

-        Resource & Cost Management:  Manage team hours and product usage to maximise efficiency and minimise waste and control costs.

-        Compliance: Uphold Absolute Taste’s high standards by rigorously reviewing all dishes, conducting kitchen inspections, and implementing quality control processes to ensure compliance with regulations and client expectations.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

-        Proven experience in a senior chef role, ideally within events or catering.

-        Possess experience working in high-end fine dining restaurants or events.

-        Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others.

-        Exceptional menu writing and culinary creativity.

-        Excellent organisational and time management abilities.

-        Proficiency in cost management, budgeting, and food ordering systems.

-        Thorough understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.

-        Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.

• Up to £42.000 pa
•  Bicester, Oxfordshire - but with the requirement to travel and work at venues and events across the UK.
•  Absolute Taste LTD
•  Permanent, 40 Hrs per week across 5 out of 7 days
•  33 Holidays a year (including bank holidays)

COMPANY OVERVIEW

As an innovative business of culinary and customer service providers, delivering inspirational food and experiences to a number of fixed sites, high street brands & major sporting events we are seeking to add a  highly creative and experienced ‘Senior Sous Chef’ to join our growing team.

CLICK HERE to see our event highlights from 2024!

EVENTS

-        The Open Golf

-        The Cinch Tennis Championships at Queens

-        LTA tournaments at Nottingham, Birmingham & Eastbourne

-        The British F1 Grand Prix at Silverstone

-        Salon Prive London & Blenheim Palace

-        LIV Golf

-        Inter Miami

-        Goodwood Festival of Speed

-        Goodwood Revival

-        Saudi Gold Cup

-        AIG Women’s Open

SITES

-        The Silverfleet at Woods Quay

-        Mercedes Benz World

-        Bicester Heroics Cafe

-        Fenwick - Royal Tunbridge Well

-        Royal Academy of Music

-        Tythe Barn

-        Burghley House

-        Eagles Farm Shops

TRAVEL

-        Eurostar

-        NetJets

-        Great Western Railways

-        Dnata

HIGH STREET BRANDS

-        Rosa’s Thai

-        Dishoom

-        Carluccios

-        Fishworks

-        Gourmet Burger Kitchen

ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will play a vital role in driving culinary excellence, working closely with our esteemed Head Chefs to lead and inspire a talented kitchen brigade. You will be instrumental in delivering exceptional dining experiences across a diverse range of events, from intimate private gatherings to large-scale sporting events and festivals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

-        Menu Development: Collaborate closely with Head Chefs to develop innovative and refined culinary concepts, translating client visions into exquisite menus.

-        Event Planning: Assist Head Chefs with operational planning aspects of each event, including ordering, rota planning, and overall kitchen set up and build.

-        Event Delivery: Oversee the kitchen operation whilst on the event, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and uncompromising quality in every aspect of food preparation and presentation.

-        Team Leadership: Provide strong leadership to large kitchen teams, fostering a collaborative environment, delegating effectively, and ensuring high performance during demanding events.

-        Resource & Cost Management:  Manage team hours and product usage to maximise efficiency and minimise waste and control costs.

-        Compliance: Uphold Absolute Taste’s high standards by rigorously reviewing all dishes, conducting kitchen inspections, and implementing quality control processes to ensure compliance with regulations and client expectations.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

-        Proven experience in a senior chef role, ideally within events or catering.

-        Possess experience working in high-end fine dining restaurants or events.

-        Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others.

-        Exceptional menu writing and culinary creativity.

-        Excellent organisational and time management abilities.

-        Proficiency in cost management, budgeting, and food ordering systems.

-        Thorough understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.

-        Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.