Relief Chef monday - friday permanent

Title: Relief chef

40hrs - permanent postion covering holidays and bussiness

Benefits

Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent, and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, that’s why invest in you to develop your professional growth.

As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

If you are a passionate Chef keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head/sous chef, ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times; Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensure cleanliness in line with policies and procedures; Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times; Team Collaboration – communicate effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary; Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation; Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order

Requirements

Proven experience working in as sous chef or similar role; Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines; Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices; Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment; Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills; Strong communication and teamwork abilities; Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Benefits

Monday to Friday 40hrs; All day time shifts; 28 Days holiday including bank holidays; Plus your birthday off; 3 volunteering days; 3 days grandparent leave; 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave; Secondary carer leave; Wedding/commitment day leave; Free meals on shift; Bespoke training and development opportunities; Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels; Pension and life insurance; Discounts available on our Perkbox app, high street shops, holidays & cinema; Wellbeing hub; Access to employee assistance programme; Cycle to work scheme