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Position Title:Sous Chef
Department:Kitchen / Food & Beverage
Location:Radstock, Somerset
Reports to:Head Chef / General Manager
Contract Type:Full-Time (flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends)
Role Purpose
As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of all kitchen operations. You will assist in creating and delivering high-quality, seasonal menus, maintain exceptional food standards, and oversee kitchen organisation. In the absence of the Head Chef, you will take charge of the kitchen, ensuring consistency, compliance, and a positive working environment for the team.
Key Responsibilities
Kitchen Leadership
- Support the Head Chef in motivating, managing, and developing the kitchen team.
- Assist with rota planning, training, and performance management.
- Lead shifts and supervise service to ensure food is prepared and presented to a consistently high standard.
- Work collaboratively with Front of House management to ensure smooth and efficient service.
Food Production & Standards
- Prepare, cook, and present dishes to the restaurants quality standards.
- Ensure portion control, presentation, and consistency across all dishes.
- Adapt recipes and menus to meet dietary requirements and special requests.
- Accurately complete and maintain kitchen documentation (temperature checks, cleaning schedules, HACCP records).
Financial & Operational Management
- Assist with stock management, ordering, and efficient stock rotation.
- Help control food costs and minimise waste in line with GP targets.
- Support the Head Chef with supplier management, ensuring quality and reliability.
- Contribute to the preparation and service of special events, functions, and private dining.
Compliance & Safety
- Uphold Food Safety, Health & Safety, and Environmental Health regulations at all times.
- Support the Head Chef in maintaining a 5* food hygiene rating.
- Ensure all kitchen team members follow correct procedures (allergen awareness, COSHH, manual handling).
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and professionalism in all kitchen areas.
Personal Attributes
- Passionate about food with strong culinary skills.
- Calm under pressure with excellent organisational abilities.
- Strong communicator and supportive team player.
- Reliable, professional, and committed to high standards.
- Flexible, adaptable, and eager to learn and progress.
