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Junior Sous Chef- The Fishpool Inn
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Junior Sous Chef - The Fishpool Inn
Fishpool Rd, Northwich CW8 2HP
Are you an ambitious and passionate chef ready to take the next step in your career? The Fishpool Inn, a popular, award-winning, and highly-rated gastro pub, located in a picturesque rural setting, is seeking a talented Junior Sous Chef to join the kitchen team.
Salary & Benefits
Join a team where you will work hard but have fun along the way. You will enjoy a variety of benefits being part of our team, which include:
- Competitive Salary: up to £33,000 per annum, with potential to earn an additional £8,000** in TRONC (tips) on top of your base pay! That’s a package potential up to £41,000!
- Growth & Development: As part of a highly skilled team, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your culinary skills and develop your career in a welcoming and dynamic environment.
- Regular Hours & Holidays: Enjoy a role that allows you to showcase your talents while working with a schedule that includes regular evenings, weekends, and bank holidays – a flexible rota that suits you! If working 4 days is something you would prefer, this can also be an option!
- 30% staff discount on food across all 5 Nelson Hotels & Inns sites
- Employee assistance programme (practical, emotional, and financial support services) through the Licensed Trade Charity
- Preferential discount on hotel stays across the Nelson Hotels & Inns group
- Uniform provided, free onsite parking & free meals on shift!
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Responsibilities
- Oversee and assist with the daily kitchen operations, ensuring food preparation and presentation meet our high standards.
- Support senior chefs with managing the kitchen team, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
- Take ownership of your section, ensuring that dishes are prepared, cooked, and plated to perfection.
- Maintain high levels of hygiene and food safety standards, as well as contributing to stock control and ordering.
About You
- Experience: Previous experience in a professional kitchen, with a solid understanding of cooking techniques and a passion for using fresh, quality ingredients.
- Transport: Reliable transport is essential, as The Fishpool Inn is located in a rural area with limited public transport options.
- Work Ethic: A team player who is willing to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, with flexibility to meet the demands of a busy kitchen.
- Drive: A strong passion for food and an eagerness to contribute to a high-performing team in a well-established establishment.
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This position would require a responsible individual with good attention to detail and strong organisational and management skills. We are looking for an experienced chef who wants to learn, is ambitious, and has a sense of hard work and fun.
Ready to take the next step?
If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity to further your career in a beautiful, fast-paced setting, we want to hear from you! Apply today!
100% of tips go to our teams. Actual tips by restaurant will vary. Tips are left solely at our guest’s discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way.
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