ROLE DETAILS Up to £42.000 pa Bicester, Oxfordshire - but with the requirement to travel and work at venues and events across the UK. Absolute Taste LTD Permanent, 40 Hrs per week across 5 out of 7 days 33 Holidays a year (including bank holidays) COMPANY OVERVIEW As an innovative business of culinary and customer service providers, delivering inspirational food and experiences to a number of fixed sites, high street brands & major sporting events we are seeking to add a highly creative and experienced Senior Sous Chef to join our growing team. CLICK HERE to see our event highlights from 2024 EVENTS - The Open Golf - The Cinch Tennis Championships at Queens - LTA tournaments at Nottingham, Birmingham & Eastbourne - The British F1 Grand Prix at Silverstone - Salon Prive London & Blenheim Palace - LIV Golf - Inter Miami - Goodwood Festival of Speed - Goodwood Revival - Saudi Gold Cup - AIG Womens Open SITES - The Silverfleet at Woods Quay - Mercedes Benz World - Bicester Heroics Cafe - Fenwick - Royal Tunbridge Well - Royal Academy of Music - Tythe Barn - Burghley House - Eagles Farm Shops TRAVEL - Eurostar - NetJets - Great Western Railways - Dnata HIGH STREET BRANDS - Rosas Thai - Dishoom - Carluccios - Fishworks - Gourmet Burger Kitchen ROLE OVERVIEW As a Senior Sous Chef, you will play a vital role in driving culinary excellence, working closely with our esteemed Head Chefs to lead and inspire a talented kitchen brigade. You will be instrumental in delivering exceptional dining experiences across a diverse range of events, from intimate private gatherings to large-scale sporting events and festivals. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Menu Development: Collaborate closely with Head Chefs to develop innovative and refined culinary concepts, translating client visions into exquisite menus. - Event Planning: Assist Head Chefs with operational planning aspects of each event, including ordering, rota planning, and overall kitchen set up and build. - Event Delivery: Oversee the kitchen operation whilst on the event, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and uncompromising quality in every aspect of food preparation and presentation. - Team Leadership: Provide strong leadership to large kitchen teams, fostering a collaborative environment, delegating effectively, and ensuring high performance during demanding events. - Resource & Cost Management: Manage team hours and product usage to maximise efficiency and minimise waste and control costs. - Compliance: Uphold Absolute Tastes high standards by rigorously reviewing all dishes, conducting kitchen inspections, and implementing quality control processes to ensure compliance with regulations and client expectations. QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS - Proven experience in a senior chef role, ideally within events or catering. - Possess experience working in high-end fine dining restaurants or events. - Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others. - Exceptional menu writing and culinary creativity. - Excellent organisational and time management abilities. - Proficiency in cost management, budgeting, and food ordering systems. - Thorough understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations. - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required. AMRT1_UKCT