Seasonal Sous Chef
Kirknewton, Midlothian
Main Purpose
Ensure the smooth running of our Seasonal onsite restaurant and take away are delivering excellent service and high-quality food, whilst open to the public, working with the team to ensure private events, groups etc are catered for.
To organise and control the efficient and economic production of quality food within the allowed budget, whilst maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
Continue to find new and exciting ways to ensure our guests are left with a 5* experience.
Push the standard of the food on offer with the objective of achieving awards.
Key responsibilities,tasks and duties
Overall responsibility for managing all aspects of the kitchen environment.
Complying with legislation of all current Health and Safety food hygiene regulations, stock control and administration procedures.
Ensuring all equipment is cleaned, organised and well maintained.
Demonstrate a passion for food, presentation and service. Ensuring consistent delivery of a smooth and high-quality food service.
Prepare, cook and serve hot and cold meals ensuring all dishes are made to the highest of standards.
Experience to plan menus and produce high quality wholesome dishes cooked to the highest quality and standard.
Monitoring portion and waste control in order to minimise food waste.
Ensure the whole team displays the Visit Scotland 5* requirements.
Essential Skills
Food Hygiene Certificate
HACCP Training
COSHH Training
Ability to cater to various dietary requirements.
Previous kitchen experience in a busy, fast paced kitchen.
Understanding of food costs and profit margin.
Great organisational skills.
Remain calm and focused under pressure and demonstrate a positive attitude at all times.
Excellent communication skills, leadership, planning and organisational skills.
Hours: April - September (Seasonal Role)
Days: (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sundays)
Times: 9am - 5pm (Some evening work required, time off will be given in lieu)
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