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At RBH we believe our people are our biggest assets and understand the value in putting them first. Our approach to diversity in the workplace, health & wellbeing, sustainability, and individuality sets us apart from our competitors and is one of the reasons we are rated Top 30 Best Places to Work in Hospitality! We are passionate about the industry and always on the lookout for new talent to join us on our journey...
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SOUS CHEF AT THE ABERDEEN ALTENS HOTEL
What you'll be doing...
Reporting to the Head Chef, you can expect your working day to include the following duties.
- Assisting the Head Chef in managing the kitchen operations and deputising in their absence.
- Prepares and serves a range of dishes, whilst supervising junior members of the Kitchen team.
- You will assist the Head Chef to create and develop all our menus ensuring they are creative and seasonal. Including special event menu development and prepare allergen charts for all menus.
- Manage measures to control payroll and food cost.
- Assist with regular internal self-audit to comply with Fire, Health & safety, and Food Hygiene.
- Assist with purchasing and stock control.
- Assist with training and coaching the kitchen team. Prepare staff rotas. Conduct regular trainings and reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure quality of product and service.
- Effectively communicate with F&B and the Sales Team to ensure seamless day to day operations.
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
To succeed in the role of Sous Chef you will need the following qualities and skills.
- The ability to adhering to the company’s rules and regulations on policies and procedures relating to fire, hygiene, health & safety, and licensing regulations
- The ability to manage various sections of the kitchen, whilst ensuring health & safety standards are met
- To be flexible in your approach, and able to assist the Head Chef and any other members of the kitchen brigade when required
- A team player who thrives in the hustle and bustle of a busy kitchen department
- Someone who is passionate about food and willing to learn
- Previous experience in a similar role.
- An understanding of quality control and kitchen standards
WHAT WE OFFER
You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people and enhances our overall culture...
- Discounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & family
- Extra days holiday for your birthday
- Flexible working arrangements
- Pension
- Free meals on duty saving you over £1000 per year
To learn more about our full benefits package, click here to watch our employee benefits video.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
RBH Hospitality Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please contact [email protected].
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