Sous Chef
Champneys Springs
As the prestigious and luxurious brand that we are, we are focused on wellness and wellbeing, our delicious food offering also reflects this. Our kitchen brigades are creative, imaginative and have a desire to provide outstanding, wholesome dishes to our guests.
Your main responsibility will be assisting the Head Chef in the management and running of the kitchen ensuring your team stay motivated and all food is prepared to the highest standards.
Other key responsibilities include;
1. Supporting with menu development and design taking into account the nutritional requirement of Champneys healthy eating cuisine.
2. Supporting the Head Chef in recruiting, managing, training and performance of all kitchen staff to Champneys high standards.
3. Taking responsibility for the management and running of the Kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef including supervising of staff.
4. Updating the People System in relation to daily hours worked by staff members and to complete rotas as instructed in the absence of the Head Chef
5. Responsible for the preparation and presentation of our buffets and food on the menus.
6. Maintain & improve standard of service and operating standards, ensuring maximum guest satisfaction
7. To gain a working knowledge of the Champneys healthy eating philosophy and ensure staff are trained and philosophy is implemented in department
8. To maintain a high level of cleanliness in the Kitchen ensuring compliance with legislative standards.
9. To order food items for all outlets checking on prices, quality and quantity. To ensure that the nominated suppliers are used on all occasions.
10. Control departmental food cost expenditure and to minimize food wastage
Benefits
Being the iconic wellbeing brand that we are you should expect benefits that match our simple vision; to make you feel happier and healthier inside and out.
Not only will you work in great company you will also have access to the following:
11. Health, Wellness and Wellbeing incentives
12. Champneys experiences (such an overnight stay or an ultimate spa day experience)
13. App technology for all our essential forms
14. In house social media connecting our Champneys Family
15. Motivating, rewarding and engaging colleague events
16. Discounted stays for you, your friends and family at any of our Hotels or Resorts
17. Complimentary Spa Day on completion of your probationary period
18. 50% discount on all Champneys products
19. Great discounts on our partner products Elemis and Clarins
20. Discounted membership to our exceptional health clubs
21. Merlin Entertainments Attraction
22. Introduce a friend incentive
23. Long Service celebrations
24. Free parking
25. Professional Uniform