Sous Chef – High-End Resort Restaurant
Join an award-winning luxury hotel and resort that’s home to over 300 bedrooms, multiple restaurants and bars, an extensive leisure club and spa, and world-class golf courses. Following an £80 million transformation, including new event spaces, a state-of-the-art leisure club and additional bedrooms, this resort is entering an exciting new chapter.
We’ve been recognised as one of the best hospitality employers in the UK and are committed to supporting and developing our team.
The Restaurant
Our flagship 220-seat restaurant offers a 2-rosette à la carte menu, a chefs’ table experience, and a Sunday carvery. With a theatre kitchen at its heart, the team prepares and cooks steaks and roasts in full view of our guests. Seasonal menus and high-volume covers make this an exciting environment for a skilled and ambitious Sous Chef.
Salary
1. Total on-target earnings: £39,000 per annum
The Role
As Sous Chef you’ll ensure the smooth running of the kitchen and consistently high standards of food delivery. You’ll work closely with the Head Chef and lead a talented brigade in delivering our à la carte menu.
Your responsibilities will include:
2. Cooking and delivering seasonal dishes using the best local ingredients
3. Maintaining high standards of food safety, allergens and dietary compliance
4. Running safe, compliant kitchen operations, including temperature logs and HACCP
5. Leading the kitchen during busy services and ensuring fast, accurate delivery
6. Managing stock, ordering and supporting menu development
7. Training, developing and motivating your team
8. Deputising for the Head Chef
About You
You’ll bring:
9. At least 2 years’ experience in a fine-dining kitchen at Sous Chef level or above
10. Strong leadership and communication skills
11. A passion for seasonal, high-quality ingredients
12. A commitment to consistency and portion control
13. Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP food storage regulations
This is a great opportunity for a talented Sous Chef to step into a high-volume, high-quality environment with real scope for development.