senior chef de partie
Job Type : Contract, Full Time
Salary : £29 – £31.60/annum
Sous Chef
Purpose of the Post
The role of the Sous Chef is to assist the Head Chef to achieve the highest standards of food production and customer satisfaction by using basic culinary skills in accordance with health and hygiene regulations and Departmental procedures.
The Sous Chef will also contribute to the achievement of Gross Profit percentages and use all resources to maintain a safe and hygienic kitchen environment, work effectively with other colleagues and departments, and provide an effective service.
Key Responsibilities of the Sous Chef
To be responsible for maintaining a consistent high standard of food production
Monitor quality of food and practices of junior chefs and agency porters
To assist in planning and developing new dishes which reflect the diverse customer
To assist and aid the Head Chef with the development and production of menus in conjunction with the needs of internal and external clients
To assist with ordering procedures
To demonstrate and apply a good understanding of all basic, complex and modern cooking techniques
Autonomously prepare, cook and deliver fine dining events within agreed specifications
to deputise in Head Chefs Chefs absence
To be actively involved in all communications with the Catering and Events Managers and Supervisors to maintain good working practices and procedures
Finance
* To understand and carry out duties in accordance with pre-agreed dish and menu specifications
* Monitor waste and labour and make recommendations
Health and Safety
To understand and comply with the requirements to ensure safe working of all equipment
To monitor and promptly report any faulty equipment to the Executive Chef (HFPPD)
To comply with all departmental health and safety procedures, and have an understanding of HACCP and COSHH regulations
General
To report any quality issues to the Back of House Operations TeamTo have a basic understanding of the procedures of the Catering department’s computerised ordering system to utilise data
To work flexibly in accordance with the operational needs of the unit
More Information
- Address Hammersmith and Fulham, Greater London
