Sous Chef

Sous Chef - Menstrie, Scotland

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Salary: Starting from £14 per hour

Major Recruitment are seeking a dedicated and skilled Sous Chef to join our clients canteen team at a food manufacturing site in Menstrie, Scotland. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for food preparation and an eye for detail to contribute to the daily operations of our clients canteen, providing delicious meals for their on-site staff. This is a straightforward and enjoyable shift with a supportive team environment, and we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible on an on-going basis.

Key Responsibilities:

* Food Preparation: Follow recipes meticulously to prepare and cook breakfast and lunch meals for staff. The typical service will cater to around 30-35 meals per day.

* Menu Execution: Ensure all dishes are prepared to a high standard, maintaining consistency and quality.

* Kitchen Management: Assist with maintaining a clean and organised kitchen, adhering to all health and safety regulations.

* Team Collaboration: Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service during operating hours.

* Efficiency: Manage time effectively to ensure all meals are ready and served promptly.

Requirements:

* Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role within a professional kitchen environment.

* Strong knowledge of food handling, preparation techniques and kitchen safety.

* Ability to follow recipes accurately and replicate dishes consistently.

* Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.

* High attention to detail and a commitment to maintaing high standards of hygiene and food safety.

* Punctuality and reliability, with the ability to work the specified hours (Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)

Benefits:

* Competetive pay starting from £14 per hour.

* Regular, daytime working hours with weekends off.

* Opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive team environment.

* No food ordering responsibilities - focus purely on cooking and service.

How to apply: if you are passionate about food and looking for a stable, ongoing position with great working hours, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV detailing your experience and why you would be a great fit for this role.

Major Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted