Job Description

The Job - Sous Chef

Salary: 13.50 per hour plus service charge + tips

Contract: Full time permanent contract.

Minimum 2 years experience as Chef De Partie or above required

About Us

We're a destination cycle cafe, restaurant, bar and urban garden on and above the Fallowfield Loop in Levenshulme, Manchester. Our beautifully reimagined Victorian train station, bike workshop and events venue is a great place to eat out and hang out.

We are all working together to make it a great place to work which means we can genuinely provide the best service for our customers and the wider community. We want everyone who works here to have a voice in what matters to them and to shape how we grow.

About The Job

We are looking for an experienced chef that thrives in a busy kitchen and has a real passion for serving great food.

You'll be involved in shaping the menu and creating a positive work culture within the kitchen and venue. Using your leadership and management skills you'll work with our head chef to train and develop the kitchen team to take our food offer to the next level.

This is a great opportunity to bring your experience to a relatively new, independent venue that is on an exciting journey and open to ideas.

What you'll get

A competitive salary and tips 28 days holiday 2 days off per week A free meal and drinks every shift Christmas day off every year Training and development opportunities 30% discount when dining with friends + family 50% discount on bike repairs Cycle to Work scheme Secure bike storage
What you'll be doing

Training and supervising the team around you to consistently deliver the quality of every dish served Reducing food waste and food costs Serving a seasonal, fresh food menu that meets the diverse needs of customers Working closely with the head chef to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen Supporting the team to adapt to the changing food demands of the the large external cafe terrace Helping to create a positive kitchen environment where the team feel welcomed and cared for Sharing your passion and knowledge of food, ingredients and cooking techniques Working proactively with the creative team to ensure food is presented for social media Managing feedback to ensuring customer satisfaction Ensuring food safety, health and safety and hygiene standards are followed by the whole team at all times
What you'll have

Excellent cooking skills and experience of a fast-paced fresh food kitchen Ability to work under pressure Ability to plan and manage costings An attention to detail and commitment to delivering consistently high standards Excellent seasonal produce and ingredient knowledge
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

Station South CIC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees

We are working to ensure the accessibility and equity of our job application process. If there is any reason why you might experience additional challenges in completing our application process and would like support please do let us know how we might be able to help.

At any point in the application process you can contact us to ask for help via online chat or a phone call.

How to apply

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you would be a great member of the team with the subject line: Sous Chef

When submitting your details, please let us know if you require any support or adjustments during the interview process.

Interview will take place at Station South, 975-977 Stockport Road, Levenshulme, M19 3NP

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 13.50 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 35 per week

Additional pay:

Performance bonus Tips
Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Experience:

Chef: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Sous Chef