Sous Chef

About the Role We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Sous Chef to join our team and assist in managing day‑to‑day kitchen operations. Title: Sous Chef Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Salary: £31,000 Job Responsibilities Food preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times. Quality control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times. Service management – assist in coordinating and executing daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, production and service. Stock control – monitor and maintain food inventory levels, ensuring freshness and minimising waste. Team collaboration – communicate positively and effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary. Menu development – collaborate with the head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation. Cleaning and maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, ensuring equipment is in good working order. Qualifications Proven experience working as a Sous Chef or similar role. Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines. Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices. Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Strong communication and teamwork abilities. Works according to the BaxterStorey core values. #J-18808-Ljbffr BaxterStorey