Salary: Competitive, based on experience £40-50k per annum Depending on experience
Position: Sous Chef
Location: Edesia Bath
Type: Full-time
Cuisine: South American, Spanish
Capacity: 70 covers (plus 35 covers on first floor used mainly weekends.)
Key Responsibilities:
Menu Development: Create innovative, seasonal, and well-balanced modern South American / Spanish menus, reflecting current food trends and customer preferences.
Food Preparation & Quality Control: Ensure the consistent preparation of high-quality dishes in line with restaurant standards and guest expectations.
Team Leadership: Lead, train, and inspire the kitchen team, fostering a positive and efficient work environment. Conduct regular performance reviews and oversee staff development.
Stock Control & Purchasing: Manage inventory, order supplies, and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure fresh, high-quality ingredients while managing food costs.
Cost Management: Oversee kitchen budgets, control waste, and monitor portion sizes to maintain profitability. Ensure compliance with financial targets for food cost percentages.
Health & Safety: Ensure all health, hygiene, and food safety regulations are strictly adhered to, maintaining high cleanliness standards in the kitchen.
Collaboration: Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure smooth service, coordinating timings and responding to customer feedback.
Innovation & Trend Awareness: Stay informed of industry trends and introduce new ideas, techniques, and ingredients to enhance the dining experience.
Event Planning: Assist in planning and executing special events, private dining, and seasonal menu changes to keep the offering fresh and exciting.
Key Requirements:
Proven experience as Sous chef in a high-quality, modern & classic South American, Spanish restaurant.
Excellent knowledge of small plates cuisine, cooking techniques, and seasonal ingredients.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to culinary excellence.
Proficient in menu planning, cost control, and inventory management.
Knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations, and health & safety standards.
Creative, innovative, and passionate about delivering an outstanding dining experience.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage a busy kitchen during service.
Must have:
Current Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety in Catering
Previous experience in a 60+ cover restaurant.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Benefits Include:
This role is ideal for a creative and driven chef looking to lead a talented team in a vibrant and growing South American / Spanish cuisine.
Salary: Competitive, based on experience £40-50k per annum Depending on experience
Position: Sous Chef
Location: Edesia Bath
Type: Full-time
Cuisine: South American, Spanish
Capacity: 70 covers (plus 35 covers on first floor used mainly weekends.)
Key Responsibilities:
Menu Development: Create innovative, seasonal, and well-balanced modern South American / Spanish menus, reflecting current food trends and customer preferences.
Food Preparation & Quality Control: Ensure the consistent preparation of high-quality dishes in line with restaurant standards and guest expectations.
Team Leadership: Lead, train, and inspire the kitchen team, fostering a positive and efficient work environment. Conduct regular performance reviews and oversee staff development.
Stock Control & Purchasing: Manage inventory, order supplies, and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure fresh, high-quality ingredients while managing food costs.
Cost Management: Oversee kitchen budgets, control waste, and monitor portion sizes to maintain profitability. Ensure compliance with financial targets for food cost percentages.
Health & Safety: Ensure all health, hygiene, and food safety regulations are strictly adhered to, maintaining high cleanliness standards in the kitchen.
Collaboration: Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure smooth service, coordinating timings and responding to customer feedback.
Innovation & Trend Awareness: Stay informed of industry trends and introduce new ideas, techniques, and ingredients to enhance the dining experience.
Event Planning: Assist in planning and executing special events, private dining, and seasonal menu changes to keep the offering fresh and exciting.
Key Requirements:
Proven experience as Sous chef in a high-quality, modern & classic South American, Spanish restaurant.
Excellent knowledge of small plates cuisine, cooking techniques, and seasonal ingredients.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to culinary excellence.
Proficient in menu planning, cost control, and inventory management.
Knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations, and health & safety standards.
Creative, innovative, and passionate about delivering an outstanding dining experience.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage a busy kitchen during service.
Must have:
Current Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety in Catering
Previous experience in a 60+ cover restaurant.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Benefits Include:
This role is ideal for a creative and driven chef looking to lead a talented team in a vibrant and growing South American / Spanish cuisine.