The Oak Barn Restaurant jobs

£40,000 – £45,000

Please send your CV to enquiries@oakbarnrestaurant.co.uk

The Oak Barn Restaurant is a privately owned, family run, 150 cover bar & restaurant situated in Mid-Sussex, close to Haywards Heath & Burgess Hill.

We are currently one of the top-rated restaurants in Sussex and are currently looking for a Sous Chef to join our talented team to continue providing fantastic quality fresh dishes.

Our freshly made Rosette standard seasonal menu is key to our business. It features modern British cuisine that combine the classics alongside more contemporary dishes. We also run specials which change daily.

In addition to this we also cater for large group bookings, weddings, and buffets so there is always plenty of variety.

Why work for The Oak Barn:

• Family run business
• 2.5 days a week off
• No two days are the same
• Flexible shifts with excellent pay, tips & bonuses
• Great training & progression prospects
• Serving food 12pm – 3pm & 6pm – 9pm Mon – Sat, 12pm – 7pm Sun
• Out of the kitchen by approx. 9.15pm Weekdays, 7.30pm Sundays
• Working in a brigade of 9 chefs.
• Great lifestyle balance

We are looking for someone who:

• Has innovation, creativity and attention to detail
• Relishes in the pressure of a kitchen environment
• Has a background in Gastro pubs or hotels
• Ideally has their own transport
• Is used to working with fresh ingredients and places heavy emphasis on quality and consistency
• Has a good understanding of health & safety and food safety guidelines within the kitchen

Progression Prospects:

• Very experienced Chef Team who are willing to encourage, teach and train
• Opportunities for development and promotion
• NVQ training courses are available for those wishing to further develop their career
• Learning about maintaining GP’s & targets set by the business & Head Chef

Responsibilities:

• Checking the cleanliness, organisation and standards within the kitchen
• Assisting the brigade in the smooth, safe and efficient running of the kitchen operation
• To assist both the Head & Senior Sous Chef in the training of younger members of the team
• Responsible for the day to day running of any given section
• Demonstrating a committed approach maintain a consistent service in the kitchen
• Assisting both the Head & Senior Sous Chef in the development of both the menus & daily specials
• Ensuring the quality of food is of the exceptional standard expected
• Be aware of health and safety and hygiene regulations & help maintain to a high standard
• Help with ordering on a daily basis, whilst keeping in mind stock usage, menu planning and business levels