Sous Chef - Seaside Hotel Kitchen | Swanage, Dorset Looking for your next step as a Sous Chef? Come join a historic seaside hotel in Swanage with seasonal menus, a relaxed coastal setting and a friendly, guest-first hospitality vibe. Why this Sous Chef role stands out Salary: £35,000 per year Work 40 hours per week over 5 days - balanced rota Opportunity to cook with fresh coastal and locally sourced produce, in a kitchen supplying both restaurant and hotel catering Be part of a team serving a hotel with spa, pool, beach access and restaurant & bar facilities - offering a varied workload from hotel dining to events and spa guests What you'll be doing Supporting the Head Chef to deliver high-quality dishes across restaurant, bar and guest dining services Preparing and plating dishes with consistency, creativity, and attention to detail Managing a kitchen section during service and supporting other sections as required Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen organisation Contributing ideas for seasonal menus, specials and guest-focused dishes inspired by coastal and local ingredients What we're looking for Proven experience as a Sous Chef (or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up) in a busy hotel, restaurant or coastal hospitality environment Skilled in high-volume service and quality food preparation Strong teamwork, communication and organisation - comfortable wo...