Vacancy: Sous Chef (Thorp Arch)
Come be part of our fabulous team as we March on Together.
An exciting job opportunity has arisen at Leeds United FC for a Sous Chef in our Kitchens based at our training ground, Thorp Arch, Wetherby.
Leeds United Football Club is an English professional football club based in the city of Leeds, West Yorkshire and play at our fabulous stadium based on Elland Road, which has been the home of Leeds United since 1919 and remains one of English football's great theatres and is 'the only place for us' ever since. With a capacity of 37,890, it is England's 11th largest football ground in the Premier League.
Everyone at Leeds United is dedicated to working as one team and to be the best we can be.
Come be part of our fabulous team as we March on Together.
The ideal candidate would be responsible for supporting and managing the smooth and efficient operation of the Kitchen, providing high quality nutritious food for the first team players, academy staff and all support staff whilst being able to demonstrate an understanding of sports nutrition and its impact on performance, demonstrating innovation, creativity and the ability to work under pressure.
Some of the main duties would include:
To Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities
Agree menus with senior fitness and management staff
Check freshness of food and ingredients
Order and maintain inventory of food and supplies needed to ensure efficient operations in line with budget requirements
Inspect supplies, equipment and work areas for cleanliness and functionality
Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
Supervise the Kitchen Assistant’s activities
Recruit and manage kitchen staff
Perform administrative duties as required
Have an awareness of customers on meal deductions
Handle cash from customers not on meal deductions and submit to line manager on a daily basis
Maintain a positive and professional approach with co-workers and customers
Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
Provide 1st team, Academy U21 players and all staff with breakfast (Monday-Friday)
Provide 1st team, Academy U21, U18 and all staff with lunch (Monday-Friday)
Provide 1st team with post-training meal as required
Provide 1st team with breakfast and lunch on weekend days as required
Provide Academy U21 players and staff with post-match meal (Home matches)
Provide Academy day-release players with post training meal (Tuesday & Thursday)
The ideal candidate will also have:
Knowledge and experience of working in a fast paced kitchen environment
Knowledge of food, ingredients and kitchen food safety requirements
A catering and hospitality qualification
Food Hygiene Certificate Level 3
Experience working as a chef
Experience within an organisation where large numbers for catering are required including various food services
Ideal behaviours we look for in team members include:
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to use initiative and be creative
Strong internal customer service skills
Excellent communication skills
Ability to prioritise case load and manage time effectively
Confident and assertive
Ambition, passion and willingness to learn
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