About the Role
Are you an experienced Chef looking to progress your Kitchen Management experience? We know the step from being a Sous Chef to Head Chef can be a big one, so here at Hand Picked Hotels, we aim to equip our Sous Chefs with the skills they need to take that step.
From involvement in office and paperwork responsibilities, to people management training courses and development with your culinary skills, we will help give you the exposure you need to develop your career as a Chef. And of course, alongside all of that, you get to do what you do best: create fantastic food and lead the team in our professional kitchens.
About You
* To be considered for this role, you will have excellent knowledge and experience of the kitchen within a quality-driven hotel, restaurant, or hospitality environment.
* You will be enthusiastic and willing to take on new responsibilities. Adopt a flexible approach to assist in different areas of the kitchen as business and guest needs dictate.
* You will have the ability to impart your knowledge to the junior members of the team.
* Your finger will be on the pulse of all the latest trends and have the desire to learn the next big thing.
* Having a high level of emotional intelligence, you will be able to anticipate our guests' needs, ensuring they receive a Hand Picked experience.
* It is essential you can demonstrate how you would deliver our guest experience standards at Hand Picked Hotels, which includes the ability to go above and beyond to ensure guests have a high-quality, personalized, and memorable experience.
About Hand Picked Hotels
Hand Picked Hotels is a collection of 21 privately owned, luxury country houses and coastal retreats, each known for their individuality. Architecturally distinctive and quintessentially British, every hotel boasts an extraordinary location, from Scotland to the Channel Islands, offering breathtaking views, from vast countryside to expansive beaches, to lush woodlands. Our team ensures every guest has a magical experience, encouraging repeat visits.
Founded in 2001 by Julia Hands MBE, each hotel fulfills the company values of family, individuality, community, and care, providing a hand-picked experience for every guest and employee.
Position Details
* We are recruiting for a Sous Chef at Chilston Park Hotel, part of Hand Picked Hotels.
* This is a full-time role, working 5 days out of 7, including weekends on a rota basis, 45 hours per week, with hours varying based on business needs.
* Salary includes a competitive package plus a share of service charge.
* Benefits include a company pension scheme, life assurance, Employee Assistance Program, sickness scheme, 28 days holiday (increasing to 33 with service), career progression opportunities, loyalty awards, retail discounts, and more.
* Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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