Sous Chef

Job description: JOB DESCRIPTION: Rosneath Castle Caravan Park is an award winning 5* family run and managed business. We are passionate about what we offer here and are looking for motivated and talented individuals to drive our food offering in our onsite bar and restaurant. We are lucky to be situated in a beautiful area with stunning views of the loch and an abundance of fresh and local ingredients to choose from.
We care about each and every one of our team members who work here, and it is important for us to ensure they have a good work/life balance.
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced sous chef who has the knowledge and capabilities to work alongside our Head Chef and who is dedicated to providing quality food using raw ingredients.
Experience in the role or similar role is essential and applicants must have good references. Food hygiene and health and safety must be up to date.
Responsibilities:
● Day to day running of the kitchen, covering for Head Chef on days off, including maintaining high standards of health, safety and hygiene.
● Working closely with our Head Chef on menu development and planning, with a focus on using locally sourced, seasonal food.
● Food preparation, cooking and cleaning for lunch and dinner
● Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed, working with new and existing suppliers to improve quality, cost and sustainability.
● Ongoing training with kitchen staff
Requirements:
● Able to manage all aspects of running a kitchen with minimal support in the absence of Head Chef
● Reliable
● Ability to work independently
● Positive & proactive attitude and flexible with regards to working hours
● Food safety, allergen, HACCP training up to date

Please send your up to date CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for the role to Richard.quibell@rosneathcastle.co.uk

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Mackays Hotel in Wick is looking for their next Sous Chef. This is a 30 bedroom, 3 star family run hotel 90 miles from Inverness.

They're looking for an experienced chef to join a stable and forward thinking team. The Head Chef has recently joined and is keen to maintain and build upon the restaurant's rosette award.

You will be in charge of the day to day running of the kitchen during the head chef's absence. This will include ordering, rotas, stock control, menu planning, training, health & safety and hygiene.

Mackays has built an excellent reputation on the NC500, and is based in the popular town of Wick. There are train connections to Inverness, an airport, and all of the comforts of a large town. You'll also have Caithness and it's beautiful wilderness and beaches to explore.

There are exceptional locally sourced ingredients available, and you'll be able to develop dishes along with the Head Chef. You should be comfortable with training junior staff members and have a good understanding of food trends

To apply, or to find out more, please send an up to date CV to Murray

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