Connect Personnel is seeking a Temp to Perm Sous Chef for our client in Deal, Kent.

Duties:

A Sous Chef reports directly to the Head Chef. The role is made up of many varying responsibilities including:

Directing the food preparation process and delegating tasks
Cooking and preparing high quality dishes
Assisting the Head Chef to create menu items, recipes and develop dishes
Supervising all kitchen stations
Supervising, motivating and working closely with other Chefs of all levels
Being responsible for health and safety
Being responsible for food hygiene practices 
Ensuring food quality and excellent standards are maintained for all dishes created
Assisting with determining food inventory needs, stocking and ordering
Ensuring the kitchen meets all regulations including sanitary and food safety guidelines


Requirements:

Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Awards
Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Award
Minimum 2 years relevant experience
Awareness of manual handling techniques
Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safety 
Experience of kitchen equipment
Experience of dangerous equipment such as knives
Competent level of English spoken and written

Alongside some of these more general skills:

Good knowledge of all sections
Ability to produce good quality food
Good oral communication
Team management skills
High level of attention to detail
Good level of numeracy
Enthusiasm to develop your own skills and knowledge plus those around you
Adaptability to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes
Ability to work unsupervised and deliver quality work 
Positive and approachable manner
Team player qualities

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individuals looking for ongoing work.

Any interested candidate please contact Aliya on 07825445776 / 01322286222 or email aliya@connectpersonnel.co.uk