Sous Chef

Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: 40000
Hours: 40 per week

A stunning B&I location in Shepherd's Bush for a new co-working community for innovative businesses, catering for approximately 400 people daily. We offer breakfast, lunch, high-end hospitality, and pop-ups. The role is a Monday to Friday operation.

We currently have an excellent opportunity for a creative and effective Sous Chef to join the team at one of our fabulous locations in London.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare all food service areas for the day's business relating to that meal service.
• Ensure prompt service of all meals to company and client standards.
• Ensure preparation and presentation methods meet company expectations.
• Prepare, set-up, serve, clear, clean, and store food, beverages, or equipment required for daily service.
• Prepare all food for sale/service following hygiene and safety standards.
• Restock and replenish stocks and consumables during service, anticipating customer needs.
• Inform Front of House of food shortages and prevent delays.
• Perform cleaning and hygiene duties as required.
• Serve customers, visitors, and guests according to service standards.
• Manage rubbish and recycling appropriately.
• Assist in ordering and stock management.
• Ensure kitchen compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas after each shift.
• Attend meetings and training sessions as required.
• Notify the head chef of stock movements for upcoming menus.

General Responsibilities:

• Attend staff meetings as required.
• Adhere to all policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Wear neat and clean uniform at all times.
• Maintain high personal presentation standards.
• Conduct food temperature checks and other safety checks.
• Fulfill reasonable requests from management.
• Provide cover for colleagues when needed.
• Report hazards and safety concerns promptly.

Key personal skills and attributes:

• Teamwork, listening skills, initiative, excellent personal hygiene, food hygiene certification preferred.
• Adaptability, reliability, honesty, attentive customer service.
• Willingness to learn and take responsibility.
• Ability to perform moderate heavy lifting.
• Good verbal and written English skills.
• Experience in customer service or food preparation preferred.
• Additional benefits include discounts, free meals, leave policies, schemes, training, career progression, and social events.

About us

Thomas Franks is a founder-led, fresh food catering business committed to excellence, individuality, and passion. Our clients and staff are central to our success.

Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK.

Diversity and Inclusion

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and under-represented groups to foster growth, inclusion, and better results.