Sous Chef - Bristol

Work closely with the Head Chef and deputise for them when they are not working

Lead the day-to-day kitchen operations with confidence, energy and attention to detail

Recruit, train, and mentor a skilled and motivated kitchen team

Foster a kitchen environment that's positive, respectful, and high - performing

Maintain impeccable hygiene and food safety standards, and make sure every dish meets guest expectations

Keep your skills and knowledge fresh and up to date, bringing new ideas and best practices to the table

Complete weekly stock takes and manage orders, deliveries whilst ensuring all SOP's, recipe specifications, and procedures are followed through the use of Procure Wizard

Represent Mad Swans and the wider company with pride and professionalism

Work hand-in-hand with the Sales Team and liaise with them directly about events and VIP's

Complete weekly schedules for the kitchen team and ensure they are completed two weeks in advance

Report any Health & Safety issues, potential hazards, accidents or near misses to the Senior Management Team during the weekly Head of Department meeting

We are looking for a Sous Chef who is:

Experienced and has previous experience in a Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef role

Genuine passion for food, creativity and high standards

Focused on the food quality, presentation and hygiene

An excellent communicator

Strong organisational skills and able to multi-task

Confident, outgoing and well-presented

Happy to be hands-on and assist with the day-to-day duties as part of a small team

Self-driven and highly motivated

Happy and able to work both independently and as part of a team

Proactive, positive and resilient by nature

Solutions driven

Comfortable working in a very fast paced environment

Food Safety Level 3 qualification is desirable but not essential

Mad Swans is looking for a full-time Sous Chef to join our Kitchen Team here at Mad Swans in the Mendips.

Mad Swans in the Mendips is located in Farrington Gurney near to Bristol & Bath.

Full Address: Marsh Lane, Farrington Gurney, Bristol, BS39 6TS.

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What we do

We are experts in our field, committed to creating boundary-pushing social spaces that spark meaningful connections through play in nature.

Mad Swans is a countryside hangout for mavericks. The unruly. The friendship groups you wish you were in. The families you want to hang out with. For evenings that go on forever. And weekends that become folklore.

Come for a good time. Come for a long time. Come for a breath of fresh air. Whoever you are. Come as you are.

Social play spanning Padel Tennis, Pickleball, Darts, Shuffleboard and Golf gives guests the chance to explore one game or sample them all, across a few hours, a day, or a long weekend. We're all about great food, which is why we've teamed up with experts in their field to create two distinct dining experiences and endless ways to enjoy them. The Potting Shed proudly boasts a menu of refreshing takes on Brasserie classics while, in The Hangout, the focus is on shareable plates with no compromise on flavour. But wherever guests find themselves, from course to court, the meadow to the orchard, they're never far from a plate of something delicious to satisfy any craving. And, for evenings that go on forever, an Eco Cabin for the night is only a starlit walk through the wilderness away.

What we can do for you

We understand that there's more to life than work, which is why our roles are designed to allow exploration, from long-time passions to brand-new intrigues.

We believe that to be interested is to be interesting - that means industry-leading training within and outside of your specified job role. If you have a question, we want to provide you with the tools to answer it. As we make our start in the world, our team need to be able to wear a few different hats, which we treat as an opportunity, allowing you to take considered detours into topics of interest, in the pursuit of a broader, richer perspective.

And out of hours, our guests' playground is yours too. Enjoy the wide variety of green spaces, and the games they host, at an exclusive rate. You'll have the opportunity to get involved in all things Mad Swans, from padel lessons to cocktail workshops, after all, we want you to be as excited by our product as we are.

This is a full-time permanent position and will work any five days out of seven. The earnings for this role are 40,000- 42,000/annum., Working Hours - shift times will vary throughout the week and the kitchen operational times will be from 6.00 am to 11.00 pm.

Working Days - this role will work any five days out of seven and will involve working on weekends on a regular basis. Working hours will vary in line with the operating calendar and needs of the business.