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junior sous chef
Bistro Freddie
Full Time
3 Years Experience
Coins Icon £38000 - £42000 / Year
junior sous chef
Bistro Freddie

Full Time
3 Years Experience
Coins Icon £38000 - £42000 / Year
Skills
Knife Skills
Fluent in English
Food Preparation
Food Safety
Grilling
Classical Cooking Techniques
Description

Job Title: Junior Sous Chef 
Reports to: Sous Chef & Head Chef 
Location: HAM Restaurants Group 
Department: Back of House (BOH) 
Employment Type: Full-time 

 

OVERVIEW 

As a Junior Sous Chef at HAM, you will play a key supporting role in daily kitchen operations, working closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef to ensure the smooth execution of service, culinary excellence, and a collaborative team environment. You will contribute to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety, while actively participating in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Culinary Execution & Kitchen Operations 

  • Assist in the preparation, execution, and presentation of all dishes to the highest standards, maintaining consistency in quality and taste. 

  • Support the Head and Sous Chefs in developing new menu items and seasonal specials, contributing ideas that align with the brand’s ethos. 

  • Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards, including full adherence to HACCP procedures. 

  • Uphold and help enforce kitchen standards, recipes, and plating guidelines to maintain brand consistency. 

  • Monitor prep levels and contribute to effective mise en place and efficient service during peak periods. 

Leadership & Team Development 

  • Act as a role model to junior team members by demonstrating professionalism, positivity, and attention to detail. 

  • Assist in training and mentoring Commis Chefs,  and Chef de Parties to build their technical skills and product knowledge. 

  • Support the Sous Chef in managing daily team briefings and contribute to a respectful and inclusive kitchen culture. 

 

Operational Support & Financial Awareness 

  • Help monitor stock levels, ensure proper rotation, and minimise food waste through efficient prep and storage. 

  • Assist in daily/weekly stock takes, flag discrepancies, and contribute to maintaining accurate inventory records. 

  • Be cost-aware in daily operations, supporting the Head and Sous Chefs in managing food margins and operational efficiency. 

  • Ensure proper use and care of kitchen equipment, reporting maintenance issues as needed. 

Guest Experience & Brand Standards 

  • Support service with a focus on speed, consistency, and presentation, ensuring dishes meet both guest expectations and company standards. 

  • Respond to any food-related guest feedback professionally and promptly, escalating concerns to the Sous or Head Chef where appropriate. 

  • Be an ambassador of the HAM brand, reflecting its culinary values and dedication to excellence in every dish served. 

Compliance & Safety 

  • Follow and promote strict hygiene practices in line with HACCP, food safety regulations, and internal guidelines. 

  • Support the safe operation of the kitchen by identifying and mitigating potential hazards and maintaining cleanliness throughout. 

 

Job Title: Junior Sous Chef 
Reports to: Sous Chef & Head Chef 
Location: HAM Restaurants Group 
Department: Back of House (BOH) 
Employment Type: Full-time 

 

OVERVIEW 

As a Junior Sous Chef at HAM, you will play a key supporting role in daily kitchen operations, working closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef to ensure the smooth execution of service, culinary excellence, and a collaborative team environment. You will contribute to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety, while actively participating in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Culinary Execution & Kitchen Operations 

  • Assist in the preparation, execution, and presentation of all dishes to the highest standards, maintaining consistency in quality and taste. 

  • Support the Head and Sous Chefs in developing new menu items and seasonal specials, contributing ideas that align with the brand’s ethos. 

  • Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards, including full adherence to HACCP procedures. 

  • Uphold and help enforce kitchen standards, recipes, and plating guidelines to maintain brand consistency. 

  • Monitor prep levels and contribute to effective mise en place and efficient service during peak periods. 

Leadership & Team Development 

  • Act as a role model to junior team members by demonstrating professionalism, positivity, and attention to detail. 

  • Assist in training and mentoring Commis Chefs,  and Chef de Parties to build their technical skills and product knowledge. 

  • Support the Sous Chef in managing daily team briefings and contribute to a respectful and inclusive kitchen culture. 

 

Operational Support & Financial Awareness 

  • Help monitor stock levels, ensure proper rotation, and minimise food waste through efficient prep and storage. 

  • Assist in daily/weekly stock takes, flag discrepancies, and contribute to maintaining accurate inventory records. 

  • Be cost-aware in daily operations, supporting the Head and Sous Chefs in managing food margins and operational efficiency. 

  • Ensure proper use and care of kitchen equipment, reporting maintenance issues as needed. 

Guest Experience & Brand Standards 

  • Support service with a focus on speed, consistency, and presentation, ensuring dishes meet both guest expectations and company standards. 

  • Respond to any food-related guest feedback professionally and promptly, escalating concerns to the Sous or Head Chef where appropriate. 

  • Be an ambassador of the HAM brand, reflecting its culinary values and dedication to excellence in every dish served. 

Compliance & Safety 

  • Follow and promote strict hygiene practices in line with HACCP, food safety regulations, and internal guidelines. 

  • Support the safe operation of the kitchen by identifying and mitigating potential hazards and maintaining cleanliness throughout. 

 

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