Job Introduction
Tate Eats is unique in the cultural world, a hospitality business whose purpose supports the vision and reach of Tate in all four of its galleries. All our profits are returned to Tate championing the right to the richness of art for everyone.
Our business is multi-faceted, we run restaurants, cafés and bars while delivering a vast range of events from film premieres to boardroom lunches. We are though much more than that, we have a pioneering roastery setting the agenda on gender equality in the coffee supply chain. We brew beer, we blend gin, we create teas, we have a multi award-winning wine programme, we visit farms, we research and write menus in response to Tate’s diverse programme, and we collaborate with artists and curators.
We are looking for an enthusiastic & creative Sous Chef to join our Production and Corner Cafe kitchens!
Become part of the Tate Eats dynamic team and be part of Tate. We offer a supportive, engaging working environment that is inspired by our surroundings and the creative institution we support. You will be able to express yourself, be challenged to think differently while working flexibly and collaboratively across teams. Tate Eats offers you the opportunity to grow personally and professionally in a nurturing, diverse business.
As well as a great place to work, we offer excellent benefits and development opportunities.
Our benefits include:
- Staff meal allowance
- Performance & service awards
- Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health Allies, Cycle scheme, and Eyecare vouchers
- Producer & Supplier Trips
- Beverage training & tastings
- Great discounts in our shops and catering outlets
- Free entry to exhibitions for you, your friends and family.
This position is being offered on a full-time, permanent basis. Our ideal candidate will be reliable, consistent, and able to work flexible hours over a 5-day week including weekends. We're looking for a chef to help develop seasonal dishes using fresh seasonal ingredients, that are full of flavour. The role is an exciting one and is suitable for someone with experience in high-volume cooking in production kitchens or who is looking to move from a busy restaurant environment to a kitchen without the pressure of service but wants to work in an exciting company that produces food and products to be proud of. We work very closely with fantastic suppliers, and regularly showcase the very best in British meat, fish, and vegetables to produce bright, fresh, seasonal dishes.
Desired skills and experience
- Positive attitude and a leadership mentality.
- A full understanding of stock control, ordering, minimising waste and maintaining or raising the profit margins on food.
- Experience managing a team of chefs.
- A great knowledge & practice of food & hygiene safety, carrying out due diligence, temperature control checks.
- Level-headed – stay calm and focused in a busy work environment.
- Great teamwork & communication– work with each team member to deliver a great service experience every time.
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