Sous Chef
Job Introduction
A key role in a kitchen that’s evolving.
At The Albion Hotel, Freshwater Bay, we’re entering a new chapter — with a renewed focus on food, standards, and team culture. As Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with the Head Chef to help shape a kitchen that’s consistent, well‑run, and something people are proud to be part of.
This is a hands‑on leadership role in a busy environment — where you’ll support the team day‑to‑day, drive standards, and help deliver food that’s simple, seasonal, and done exceptionally well.
What you’ll do:
* Help to coordinate and direct all core culinary activities within The Albion Hotel and other assigned locations.
* Help the Head Chef to manage and control services to meet performance, qualitative, and financial targets.
* Drive revenue opportunities through commercial initiatives, labour efficiency, and effective operations.
* Ensure exceptional food hygiene, health, safety, and environmental practices.
* Lead, support and develop junior chefs within the brigade
* Contribute to menu development, seasonal dishes and specials
* Help drive efficient, well‑structured service during busy periods
What you bring:
* NVQ Level 2 Food Production certificate or equivalent.
* Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate.
* Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
* Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef ready to step up.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering effective teamwork.
* Flexibility to work under pressure and across various shifts and service times.
* Direct management experience of chefs and kitchen brigade.
* Strong leadership abilities, setting and maintaining high standards.
* Proficient in time management and organisational skills.
* Analytical problem‑solving skills, with the ability to implement innovative solutions.
* PC literate.
* Advanced Food Safety or Health and Safety qualification
* A genuine passion for food, produce, and hospitality
* A collaborative approach and commitment to team culture
What we offer:
Up to £35,000‑£42,000 DOE + excellent benefits package
* Flexible and dynamic work environment
* Competitive salary package
* Access to ongoing training and development programs
* Countless opportunities to grow within the company
Package Description
* 48 Hours per week
* Any 5 days out of 7 – straight shifts
* Shifts are as necessary to support with business requirements
* Full uniform supplied
* Full training provided
* Annual leave April – March 28 days per calendar year which increases with service
* Remote health and wellness support
* On‑site, personal locker.
* Company pension scheme supplied by NEST
* Employee assistance program with counselling and life advice support
* Family leave options - Maternal, Paternal and Bereavement
* Training, development, and progression opportunities
* Refer a friend scheme, Refer a friend and receive up to £500
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer; we welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities.
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