Sous Chef - Borscht N Tears - London

To assist Head Chef in our busy East European restaurant.,

• Creative input for new dishes, specials & menu creation using local, seasonal, fresh ingredients
• Be well presented with excellent time keeping. Be capable of prepping & running a busy service.
• Technical skill in grill & pastry - making dumplings & breads
• Hands on involvement in preparation, cooking & presentation of all food items
• Motivate junior staff to produce food to specification & to up-sell
• Assist Head Chef in ensuring effective staffing levels & in supervising & training junior kitchen staff
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness, food safety, & compliance with health & safety regulations
• Purchase items from suppliers as instructed by Head Chef
• Ensure all equipment is properly maintained & stored, with breakages properly reported
• Keep stock & minimize food wastage
• Assist with duties assigned by Head Chef & to follow instructions
  
  Minimum 3 years' experience working in busy environment as Sous Chef
• Culinary degree preferred. Other appropriate vocational qualifications considered
• Technical skill: Grill & Pastry
• Knowledge of Ukrainian, Russian, Georgian or Central Asian cuisine very helpful.