Sous
Chef – Hoar Cross Hall
Location: Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire
Contract: Full-Time
Department: Kitchen
Reporting to: Executive Chef & Head Chef
Hoar
Cross Hall is one of the UK’s premier Spa and Hotel destinations, home to
award-winning experiences, exceptional dining, and a proud heritage of warm
hospitality. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join
our talented culinary team and help us deliver outstanding dining experiences
for our guests.
If
you are driven, creative, and thrive in a high-quality kitchen environment,
this is an exciting opportunity to develop your career within Barons Eden.
About
the Role
As
Sous Chef at Hoar Cross Hall, you will take a leading role in supporting the
daily operations of the kitchen. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will
help manage the team, maintain exceptional food standards, and ensure the
smooth, efficient running of all kitchen activities. In the Head Chef’s
absence, you will confidently step up to take full responsibility for the
kitchen.
Key
Responsibilities
Leadership
& Kitchen Management
* Supporting
and deputise for the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations.
* Providing
leadership, motivate the kitchen team, and maintain a positive and
professional working environment.
* Supervising,
train and develop kitchen staff, ensuring high standards of performance.
* Assisting
with rota planning, ensuring the kitchen is appropriately staffed to meet
business demands.
Food
Quality & Menu Development
* Ensuring
all dishes served across the restaurant and buffet areas meet Hoar Cross
Hall’s high standards.
* Maintaining
excellent presentation, consistency, and quality in every dish.
* Contributing
ideas for monthly menus and support the design and development of dishes
using the freshest ingredients.
* Working
alongside the Head Chef to minimise waste and ensure cost-effective food
production.
Stock
Control & Supplier Coordination
* Maintaining
strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring quality and value for money.
* Overseeing
ordering and stock levels, especially in the Head Chef’s absence.
* Ensuring
goods received meet required standards and return any substandard produce.
* Assisting
with monthly stock-takes and weekly time sheets.
Health,
Safety & Compliance
* Ensuring
full compliance with Food Hygiene, Health & Safety and COSHH
requirements.
* Promoting
high standards of cleanliness through structured cleaning schedules.
* Ensuring
all kitchen staff follow uniform, hygiene, and PPE guidelines.
* Completing
daily food and fridge temperature checks.
* Following
Fire and Evacuation procedures and take appropriate action when required.
Communication
& Guest Service
* Maintaining
strong communication with the Head Chef, Restaurant Manager and wider
senior team through daily briefs and weekly meetings.
* Handling
guest feedback and complaints professionally in the Head Chef’s absence.
What
We’re Looking For
* Have
experience as a Sous Chef or strong CDP ready for the next step.
* Have
passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and creative menu development.
* Have
excellent leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a team.
* Have
excellent organisation, time management, and attention to detail.
* Be
proactive, positive attitude with the ability to perform under pressure.
* Have
a solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards.
Shift Patterns
* Full-Time
- 45 hours per week
* 5
days out of 7 per week – this includes weekends, holidays, and evenings.
* Typical
shift patterns: 08:00 – 17:30hrs and 13:30 – 23:00hrs
* Note: Full flexibility is key as you will be
expected to work as and when necessary to meet the needs of the team and
the business
Why Join Us
* Work
in a stunning, historic estate with a commitment to excellence in
hospitality
* Competitive
Rate of Pay
* Complimentary
use of the leisure and spa facilities
* Free
meal per shift from our staff canteen
* Complimentary
Spa Day at Eden Hall on work anniversaries
* Employee
Benefits Program
* Free
Parking
* Refer
a friend scheme
* Discount
on overnight stays and spa days
* 30%
discount on food and drink
* Excellent
Induction and training programme
* Opportunities
for professional development and career advancement
People say you can’t choose your family, well we choose you to be part
of ours!