Junior Sous Chef

Job Introduction

Are you an ambitious Junior Sous Chef looking for an exciting career opportunity?

Sodexo Live will offer you the opportunity to showcase your present skills and expand your experience working as the Junior Sous Chef at one of Nottingham’s most prestigious venues. 

With the direction of our Executive Head Chef you will be responsible for developing a retail food offer strategy to meet current and emerging consumer needs, as well as leading change management processes to drive innovation and continuous improvement. 

We’re experience makers and food fanatics. Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring personality, your background and your desire for delighting others. In return we’ll give you all you need to thrive. Because at Sodexo Live! we’re so much more. Be part of something greater.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• To work with the Executive Head Chef to lead the culinary delivery at the venue which will include events and retail offerings
• Innovation and high level food offer concept delivery and design that is continually ahead of/on trend with relevant markets
• Delivery of consistent levels of service, within the Company's standards, to support contract specifications, service offer and agreed performance, qualitative and financial targets
• Compliance to company and statutory regulations relating to safe systems of work, health and safety, hygiene, cleanliness, fire and COSHH            
• Development of supplier relationships to support the business strategy

 THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

You will have a background and passion for retail catering and be committed to exceeding the expectations of our client.  The role requires focus on the consumer market so you will have the ability to identify the needs of the customer demographic and deliver food offerings that will delight them.

This role also requires a strong commitment to teamwork and excellent communication skills, as well as proficiency in food safety compliance and operational standards.

You will also have:

Essential:

• Experience in the delivery of retail food operations
• Good communication skills
• A chef/catering qualification ( or be qualified by experience)    
• Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification (can be taken on site)

WHAT WE OFFER

In return for your commitment and hard work, we offer a salary of up to £27,000 plus access to our extensive benefits package, which includes:

• Contributory pension scheme of up to 6%
• A buy and sell holiday scheme of up to 3 days (FTE)
• Volunteering days via our charity partner STOP HUNGER
• Numerous voluntary benefits, including dental care, gym discounts, retail / hospitality, and many more

If you are a self-motivated individual with the skills and enthusiasm to take on a challenging role in the culinary industry, we invite you to apply. You will be a key member of a dynamic and talented team, and we look forward to hearing from you!