Join the team at Sam’s Genuine Restaurants as a Junior Sous Chef, where you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences. We are looking for a passionate and proactive individual to support the smooth operation of our kitchen, ensuring high-quality food that exceeds customer expectations. Traits and Skills Required Team Leader - Attention to Details - Committed & Proactive - Delegation - Punctual & Professional - Food Safety Lv2 Qualification Main Responsibilities The Junior Sous Chef will support the smooth operation of kitchen services, ensuring the team delivers high-quality dishes that exceed customer expectations. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a focus on customer satisfaction. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, manage food stock, and ensure adherence to food quality and safety standards. Key responsibilities include managing stock levels, conducting monthly stock takes, overseeing deliveries, and minimizing food waste. You will also help organize supplier training and tastings, manage the kitchen rota, and ensure the flow of service runs efficiently. Additionally, you will monitor food quality, consistency, and presentation, ensuring it meets company standards. You will assist in training and developing kitchen staff, providing guidance and feedback on performance, and conducting regular appraisals. Ensuring that all team members follow procedures and uphold company values will be a key aspect of your role. As a Junior Sous Chef, you will play a critical role in maintaining food quality and consistency in line with Sam’s Genuine Restaurants' philosophy. You will help ensure that dishes are cooked, presented, and served according to our high standards while keeping up with seasonal trends and food safety regulations. Punctuality, professionalism, and good personal hygiene are essential. The Junior Sous Chef will be expected to arrive on time, be presentable, and communicate effectively with the team to ensure smooth operations throughout the shift. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop leadership skills, support kitchen operations, and contribute to maintaining high culinary standards in a fast-paced environment. Sam's, Genuine Restaurants Group awards: 2023, Caterer's 11th best place to work in Hospitality in UK Recently nominated for Catey's restaurateur of the year award 2023. Recently nominated by the public as the 2nd favourite restaurant in London in 2023, in the Harden's Guide. 2 AA Rosettes. Are you?: Reliable, hard working, a team player who is passionate about delivering perfect hospitality in a fast paced high end restaurant? Someone with a “A Can Do Attitude”? Have at least 2 years experience in a similar environment? Live within 3 miles or be willing to travel at day and night time. If commuting is not sustainable in the long term, think twice before applying. If you join us, your benefits Include: Competitive rates of pay Meals on Duty - Twice a day Cycle to work scheme Generous employee Discounts throughout our stores and restaurants Complimentary Anniversary Meal: Every 12 months, for 2 people Generous Referral Bonus Scheme Monthly Performance Bonus & Rewards Monthly competitions and prizes Excellent Opportunities for career progression This is a permanent role Only those with proof of "Right to Work" in the UK will be considered