Sous Chef - British Airways Lounges Terminal 5
Title: Sous Chef- Full-time position 45hrs per week
Location: Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 CCR
Salary: £17.81 per hour
Benefits
- 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
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 Sous Chef keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you!
- Assist the Head Chef in developing innovative menus, ensuring an exceptional culinary experience for our guests.
- Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to maintain consistency and high-quality standards.
- Ensure proper portioning, plating, and presentation of dishes, adhering to the established SOPs and guidelines.
- Monitor and maintain food inventory levels, ensuring freshness and minimising waste.
- Provide leadership and guidance to the kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Train, mentor, and motivate team members, promoting skill development and career growth.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations and address any areas of improvement or training needs.
- Collaborate with the Head Chef to schedule shifts, manage labor costs, and maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Assist in coordinating and executing daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, production, and service.
- Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment.
- Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop and implement standardized processes and procedures (SOPs).
- Monitor and control food costs through effective inventory management and portion control.
- Collaborate with the Head Chef to create seasonal menus, incorporating fresh and locally sourced ingredients.
- Contribute to the development of new recipes, paying attention to food trends and client's...