Sous Chef – Permanent Work – Barnard Castle
Sous Chef – Permanent Work – Barnard Castle
Adkins & Cheurfi are currently recruiting for a Sous Chef for one of our clients. A vibrant, modern cafe renowned for their homemade cakes, scones, and desserts. This is a rare vacancy in a beautiful location with sociable hours and the freedom to express your creative flair as a chef. Typical working hours will be 8am-5pm though you may be asked to assist in food production for weddings and events held at the venue.
The client is looking for someone who is willing to learn and adapt to different situations, whilst being able to cope during service which can be extremely busy. They would like at least 1 year’s experience in a similar role but are willing to consider current Chef de Partie’s who feel they are ready and able to make the step up.
Duties and responsibilities include:
- Delivering high quality, fresh, tasty food to order on a daily basis
- Producing cakes, scones, and desserts to delight customers
- Working alongside the existing kitchen team to ensure the smooth running of the cafe
- Adhering to all health and safety guidelines, keeping records as appropriate
- Opening and closing procedures as required
- Assisting the kitchen team in the production of food for weddings and other events held at the venue
The successful Sous Chef will be:
- Experienced in a similar environment for at least one year
- A dab hand at producing delicious cakes and pastries
- A creative chef who takes an interest in modern cafe cuisine
- Competent in all areas of COSHH and HACCAP
- A real team player with excellent attention to detail
- Able to travel to and from work independently
What can you expect in return?:
- Work in an enviable location with a fantastic reputation
- Creative freedom
- Free onsite parking
- Sociable hours
If you feel like you tick all of these boxes and would like to learn more about the position, send your CV today.