Benugo - Sous Chef

Company Description

When we founded Benugo 23 years ago we had a vision of not just creating superb, natural food but of giving London something that was a real experience.

This vision is still true today. The Benugo brand stretches from our own award-winning high street stores to cafes and restaurants within some of the world’s best loved public spaces and visitor attraction.

Find out more about us at www.benugo.com

Job Description

We are looking for a creative and reliable Sous Chef to come and join the team at our operations located within the prestigious Warwick University.

The role will oversee food production for a restaurant with a grab&go section, a bar, and events. Therefore, experience in high volume and multi-site operations is highly desirable.

Part of the Warwick Arts Centre complex, this stunning restaurant offers quick turnaround food focused on wood fires over pizza, freshly made sandwiches and salads, and a selection of traditional British mains.

About the Sous Chef role:

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  Reporting directly with the Head Chef and deputising in their absence
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  Working with the Head Chef and Group Executive Chef to develop new menu ideas and ways to improve our offerings
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  Ensuring the food quality is at its highest standard at all times
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  Ensure the performance of the chef brigade is working to the highest standard by motivating and leading by example
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  Overseeing stock levels and making key decisions about stock control in conjunction with the Head Chef
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  Ensure all food safety and health and safety procedures are maintained to the highest standard

The ideal candidate:

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  Experience within a high volume kitchens
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  Strong communication skills - both verbal and written
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  Strong commercial awareness - i.e understanding or profit margins, purchasing, budgets, labour, food costs

Additional Information

Benugo has built a culture of inclusivity & progression for all employees. Not only have we retained our family-feel culture, but we also offer a range of benefits including:

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  Competitive salary at £30,000 per annum plus service charge
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  Free lunch on shift
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  Free tea and coffee at any Benugo location
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  A monthly allowance to use at any Benugo location
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  Competitive rate
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  Life Assurance
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  Enhanced maternity and paternity leave pay for when your family is growing
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  Company sick leave
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  Company annual leave
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  Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing an exciting company with a very prestigious list of clients
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  Employee discounts at several retailers (via Hapi app) & fitness providers
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  Access to our Employee Assistance Programme & our trained Mental Health First Aiders
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  Access to an annual health checks, private GP appointment and mental health consultations