Job Title: Senior Sous Chef
Location: Salford
Salary: £30,750 per annum
Job Type: Full time, permanent.
The Lowry is an internationally acclaimed cultural landmark situated at the heart of MediaCityUK, one of the world’s most exciting culture and media destinations. We are committed to celebrating the unique heritage of the location, putting communities and people at the heart of all we do.
About the role:
A fantastic opportunity has arisen and we are looking for a talented, dynamic and hands on Senior Sous Chef to join our established kitchen team at The Lowry. You will assist the Executive Head Chef in the management of all kitchen areas to meet the daily requirements of Lowry guests, with specific leadership on catering for our Pier Eight restaurant.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cook, prepare and serve food for all areas of the Hospitality Department, including the restaurant, bar and conferences & events at The Lowry.
- Assume responsibility for the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Head Chef.
- Assume responsibility for the overall management and delivery of the Pier Eight food offer in the kitchen.
- Develop menus in conjunction with the Executive Head Chef.
- Ensure that quality and standards are maintained throughout food service to agreed specifications.
- Responsible for ordering of food commodities in consultation with the Executive Head Chef.
- Responsible for stock control and security of all food commodities.
- Undertake training and development as required, as well as assist in the training of new employees.
- Oversee the management of the kitchen porters in conjunction with the Senior kitchen porter.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- High standards of professional cooking.
- Cost controls.
- Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate (level 4).
- Kitchen/catering qualification.
- Experience in the delivery of multifaceted hospitality operations.
- Experience of supervising, influencing and developing teams and individuals.
- An understanding and empathy of The Lowry’s core functions.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- An active interest in hospitality trends and innovations.
- Experience in delivery of large-scale hospitality within visitor attractions.
Benefits and package:
- Complimentary and discounted theatre and live event tickets.
- Free car parking just a few minutes’ walk from The Lowry building.
- Holiday pay.
- Discounts at the bars, restaurant and gift shop located within The Lowry building.
Please note that MediaCityUK is a well-connected destination with a variety of different transport options – bus, car, tram and bike.
The application deadline for this vacancy is Wednesday 12 April 2023.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
We particularly encourage applications from the following two people groups who are currently under-represented in our work force and in the wider performing and visual arts sector; those people who experience racism and marginalisation, including those from African, Caribbean, North African, Latin, South Asian, East Asian and South East Asian heritage and their diasporas, those who are disabled, Deaf and neurodivergent or have long-term health conditions.
If you’re interested in the role and would like to put yourself forward, please hit APPLY. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; sous chef, assistant chef, line cook, Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, Catering Manager, Experienced Chef, Qualified Chef, Head Cook, Senior Chef, Executive Chef, Senior Cook, Experienced Cook will also be considered for this role.
