Sous Chef

Job type:Perm
Town/City:Barnstaple
County:Devon
Salary/Rate:£38k
Sector:Hospitality & Catering
Job ref:QU889
Post Date:10.03.25
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About the Role

Job Role: Sous Chef 
Location: Barnstaple, EX31 
Hours: Full and Part Time available
Salary: Up to £38k per annum pro rata 

Are you looking for your next Sous Chef position?  A contemporary restaurant nestled in the heart of Barnstaple, renowned for its innovative cuisine and commitment to quality, is looking for a passionate Sous Chef to join its team. This is a chance to work alongside a dynamic kitchen brigade, where creativity is encouraged and excellence is the norm.

Benefits for Sous Chef:
• Competitive salary package up to £38k per annum 
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Gym membership

Role Responsibilities for Sous Chef:
- Assist the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations, ensuring seamless service
- Mentor and lead junior kitchen staff, fostering a culture of learning and growth
- Contribute to menu development with original ideas and dishes
- Uphold the highest standards of food hygiene and safety
- Manage inventory and supplier relations, ensuring quality and cost-efficiency

Skills & Experience for Sous Chef:
- Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie, ready to step up
- A flair for menu creation and a passion for culinary trends
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team
- Excellent time management and organisational abilities
- Adept at cost control and kitchen management
- A commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences

This role is ideal for a culinary professional eager to make their mark in a vibrant and forward-thinking restaurant. If you have the drive to innovate and the desire to work within a team that values your expertise, this could be the perfect setting for your talents to shine.

To express interest in this role, please submit your CV 

Quartz Recruitment is a specialist agency operating in the South West of England. We have 35 years of experience in placing professionals into vacancies at all levels.  We treat our candidates with respect and we truly care about your career.

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