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Who are we?
A cultural landmark with a rich history in music and film, Olympic Studios has been lovingly restored back to film as an independently owned, boutique three-screen cinema with a buzzy Café & Dining room, and private Members Club
What are we looking for?
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team serving our upstairs Members Club and ground floor Bistro. The Sous Chef will play a crucial role in the daily operations of the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef in all aspects of food preparation, kitchen management, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will be a creative and dedicated individual with a passion for delivering memorable dining experiences.
What do we offer?
- Staff cinema screenings and free cinema tickets across 3 luxury cinema venues
- Employee Assistance Program with Hospitality Action
- Discounted dining (50% off for 2 people)
- Staff meals each shift
- Introduce an Icon (refer a friend scheme)
- Option for salary advance and financial wellbeing support through Wagestream
- Career progression
- 28 days holiday
- Cycle to work scheme
What would your responsibilities be day to day?
- Assist the Head Chef in planning, organizing, and directing food preparation and cooking activities.
- Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior kitchen staff to develop their culinary skills and knowledge.
- Implement and adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality control measures.
- Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to established recipes and standards, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and quality.
- Ensure proper handling and storage of all food items in accordance with health and safety regulations.
- Monitor and maintain inventory levels of food and kitchen supplies, and assist with ordering as needed.
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and effective communication.
- Ensure all kitchen staff adhere to health and safety regulations, including food hygiene and personal hygiene standards.
- Ensure timely and efficient food service during peak hours.
- Collaborate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service
What we are looking for (if you do not fill all of these criteria, we may still have opportunities for you)
- A sufficient amount of experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous experience
- Relevant food safety certifications (e.g., Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate) are required.
- Excellent knife skills and a keen eye for detail in food presentation.
- Solid understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations (e.g., HACCP).
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A supportive and clear leadership style to mentor and mange junior chefs in a supportive environment
- A strong ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- The ability to attend and undertake all required training
- Confident communication skills
- Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
