Senior Sous Chef

Senior Sous Chefandnbsp;

Contract Catering Venue

Location: Idyllic countryside setting, Kent

Salary: andpound;42,000 - andpound;44,000 per annum

Hours: 5 days out of 7 (some weekend work required)

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We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Sousandnbsp;Chef to lead the culinary team at a newly refurbished, high-end contract catering venue located in a stunning Kent location. This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented individual who thrives in a dynamic environment with a focus on quality, seasonality, and local sourcing.

The Role:

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the daily operations of the kitchen, overseeing food preparation for the restaurant, cafandeacute;/retail outlets, and a diverse calendar of events. You''ll have the creative freedom to design menus that showcase the best of Kent''s local produce, working closely with trusted regional suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Leading and inspiring a dedicated kitchen team

  
  



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  Designing and delivering innovative, seasonal menus across multiple outlets

  
  



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  Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene and health andamp; safety

  
  



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  Managing kitchen budgets, GP targets, and stock control

  
  



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  Supporting the delivery of events, private functions, and high-volume service days

  
  

The Ideal Candidate:

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  Proven experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous in a similar multi-outlet or contract catering environment

  
  



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  Passionate about fresh, local, and sustainable ingredients

  
  



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  Strong leadership and team development skills

  
  



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  Calm under pressure with excellent organisational ability

  
  



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  Comfortable managing both day-to-day service and larger scale events

  
  

What''s On Offer: