Pastry/Dessert Sous Chef
Hungerford
Salary is dependent on experience
Full time - Permanent
We are currently recruiting for a Pastry/Dessert Sous Chef to join our client on the outskirts of Hungerford.
Job Description
1. Oversee and ensure the effective and smooth management of the Kitchen.
2. Oversee daily kitchen operations, particularly in the Pastry Section, and deputise for the Head Chef during absences.
3. Prepare, cook, and present dishes across Cold Section, Breakfast, Hot Kitchen, Pastry Section, and Coffee Shop as per standards.
4. Maintain high standards of food hygiene and adhere to health and safety regulations.
5. Understand and follow HACCP rules. Be prepared for Health Officers' visits, conduct daily checks of HACCP monitoring sheets/cleaning checklists, and ensure HACCP sheets are filled out and filed appropriately.
6. Check daily bookings and any special events.
7. Order food products, inspect deliveries for quality, and input supplier orders into the G Drive.
8. Manage weekly bread orders on Cybake.
9. Monitor portions and control waste to maintain profit margins.
10. Assist the Head Chef with paperwork, including allergen reports and cost analysis. Manage stock control, spoilage, and wastage.
11. Liaise with Front of House staff about daily specials such as soup, steak, ice crea...