Relief Sous Chef - Temp

Company Description

Title: Sous Chef

Location: Central Bristol - near Bristol Temple Meads

Salary: £15 per hour

Duration: 6 weeks (ideal start ~25th Feb) with opportunity for extension and further work

Hours: 7am-3pm Mon-Fri

Benefits:

• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

We are a social cafe space in Central Bristol, looking for a Chef to work with our cafe team. There is plenty of opportunity to put your own stamp on our Breakfast and Lunch menus, serving a regular group of diners within an office space. Our team are passionate about good food and service.

Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At Baxter Storey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent, and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, that’s why we invest in you to develop your professional growth.

As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work‑life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

Are you a So Us Chef looking for your next role and a rewarding, progressive opportunity?

As a Sous Chef you will collaborate with our culinary team to craft flavourful dishes that nourish both body and mind.

As well as having excellent presentation, organisational and communication skills, you will demonstrate a real passion for food & service and possess bags of enthusiasm.

• Assist the Location Manager in all aspects of food preparation, production, and service.
• Ensure the quality and presentation of all dishes meet the company's standards and client expectations.
• Supervise and train cafe staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assist in menu planning and development, taking into consideration dietary restrictions, nutritional guidelines, and seasonal ingredients.
• Oversee stock control and ordering to maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing waste.
• Collaborate with the catering team to execute special events, themed dinners, and other culinary initiatives.
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment, always following health and safety regulations.
• Support the Location Manager in administrative tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and maintaining records of food costs and inventory.
• Stay updated on industry trends, culinary techniques, and new ingredients to continuously enhance the menu offerings and overall dining experience.
• Foster a positive working environment by demonstrating leadership qualities, effective communication, and teamwork.

• Previous experience working in a similar role within a contract catering company or educational institution preferred.
• Culinary degree or relevant certifications from a recognised culinary institute.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure in a high‑volume kitchen environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Fun and enthusiastic.
• Have excellent organisational skills.
• Be a team player and enjoy succeeding as a team.
• Have a flexible approach to work.

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that is an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each…