sous chef

Deans is looking for a strong, experienced sous chef to join our team have the opportunity to lead the opening team of the new pub, from the team behind King and Jupiter We're seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to join our tight-knit management team. You'll work closely with our chefs and cooks to execute the culinary vision of the restaurant by overseeing all aspects of the kitchen. At Deans we value continuous improvement, mutual respect, hard work and fun and are looking for a hungry teammate to lead a big team with a lot of moving pieces.   Team, Leadership, Culture  Manage, motivate and mentor team  Develop a kitchen team culture founded in pro-active problem-solving, continuous improvement and joy. Expedite lunch and dinner services, always promoting a culture of curiosity, kindness and respect amongst and between BOH and FOH teams. Remain calm, clear-headed and logical during high-pressure services. Have a deep interest in British and high volume food production  Be hungry; taste everything, make constant tweaks and adjustments to push the food to the best version of itself. Financial  Learn and oversee systems of food cost management and engage in decision-making  about vendors and pricing.  Monitor ordering procedures, waste and spoilage, poor handling/production procedures, portioning problems, equipment failure, yield problems, and inventory procedures. Coach the team to understand the financial implications of their daily activities. Place daily food and cleaning supply orders in consultation with daily budgets, develop relationships with suppliers and a knowledge of seasonal offerings. Operational Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, including daily opening and closing, prep lists, inventory, scheduling, and training while upholding standards, product quality and cleanliness. Work with EC and CDC to hone the team; participate in interviews, selection, and hiring of BOH team members. Work with CDC to maintain all facilities including repairs and DOH readiness. Assist in the planning and development of seasonal menus and recipes. Proactively spearhead systems; we are never done evolving the way we do things Be part of an opening team  More detail about Dean's part of King and Jupiter, please visit