About This Role
This Sous Chef role at Velora Mediterranean Bar & Grill in Bedford involves supporting the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, combining hands-on cooking with team leadership and organization. The position is ideal for an ambitious chef looking to advance their culinary career within a professional restaurant environment known for its Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and elegant dining atmosphere.
Responsibilities
- Support the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient food preparation and service
- Assist in leading, motivating and supervising the kitchen team, maintaining a positive and professional working environment
- Take responsibility for kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence, ensuring food quality and service standards are maintained
- Prepare, cook and present Mediterranean-inspired dishes to consistently high standards
- Maintain excellent food quality, portion control, consistency and presentation across all dishes
- Coordinate food preparation and support efficient kitchen workflows during busy service periods
- Assist with stock control, ingredient preparation, inventory management and minimising food waste
- Ensure compliance with food hygiene, allergen management, health and safety regulations
- Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure smooth communication and an exceptional dining experience
- Contribute creative ideas towards menu development, seasonal specials and improvements to our food offering
- Support the training, guidance and development of junior kitchen staff
- Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen at all times
Requirements
- Previous experience in a professional restaurant kitchen is desirable, ideally as a Sous Chef, Chef de Partie or similar
- Experience with Mediterranean cuisine is an advantage
- Genuine passion for cooking, food quality and presentation
- Strong teamwork, communication and leadership skills
- Good organisational and time management abilities
- Confidence working under pressure in a fast-paced restaurant environment
- Good understanding of food hygiene, allergen awareness and kitchen safety standards
- Ability to support stock management and efficient food production
- Proactive, reliable and professional attitude
- Creativity, attention to detail and a willingness to learn and develop
- Kitchen experience: 1 year (preferred)
- Work authorisation: United Kingdom (preferred)
Benefits
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Important Details
- Expected hours: 40.0 – 45.0 per week
About the Company
Velora Mediterranean Bar & Grill is known for its Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, quality ingredients and elegant dining atmosphere, taking pride in delivering exceptional food and memorable experiences for every guest. Located in Bedford's vibrant Riverside development, the restaurant brings together Mediterranean flavours, contemporary presentation and a welcoming dining atmosphere.
