Job Title: Sous Chef
Location: London
Salary: £28,000
Job type: Permanent
The Royal Hospital Chelsea is a historic institution providing sheltered accommodation (Long Wards) and full nursing care where necessary (the Margaret Thatcher Infirmary) for some 300 retired soldiers, known as In-Pensioners. It ensures Army veterans are provided with the support and comradeship they need in recognition of their service to the Nation and safeguards their historic home for the veterans of tomorrow.
The Role:
The Sous Chef is responsible to the Head Chef for the efficient management of the catering services and catering staff at the Royal Hospital Chelsea.
Key Requirements:
- To be responsible to the Head Chef for food production in the Great Hall Kitchen and MTI to the highest of standards as required by the management of The Royal Hospital Chelsea.
- In addition to the core catering operations and preparation of food for the IPs daily, you will also be required to work for external and internal events held within the Royal Hospital Chelsea and run by Tricorne
- To follow standards and ensure that all legislation is adhered to in respect of food hygiene, health and safety, allergen information and mandatory training.
- To be responsible for the training of all staff under his/her control in accordance with current legislation.
- To assist the Head Chefs with the responsibility of the serviceability of all kitchen related fixed & non-fixed equipment.
- To be responsible for the availability of all consumables.
- To deputise for the Head Chefs during periods of absence.
- To ensure the delivery of food and non-food items to the IP wards at the MTI are carried out smoothly.
- To take responsibility for own Health & Safety and for that of those affected by the post holder’s acts or omissions.
The Candidate:
- Previous experience of supervising a team within a similar environment.
- Knowledge of Food hygiene, COSHH and manual handling.
- Experience of catering for events.
- IT competent
- Leadership and management skills
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to train and motivate a team.
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Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Chef Assistant, Catering Assistant, Caterer, Support Caterer, Catering Support, Canteen, Canteen Attendant, Catering Officer may also be considered for this role.
