Job Title
Sous Chef
Location
Stowmarket, Suffolk
Company
Blakemore & Associates
Overview
My client is a luxury retreat and boutique hotel, comprising of individual barns for guest accommodation, restaurant, spa and events. As Sous Chef, you will be part of a passionate and ambitious team, producing high quality food and service in a luxury venue for resident, external and event guests. This role suits those who have a passion for using fresh, quality ingredients, delivering a luxury service and who are sustainability conscious. Supported by a fantastic Front of House team, you will be part of a work family that is supportive and works together to achieve the same goal.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce fantastic food to a high level, including breakfast, brasserie style lunch and dinner, afternoon tea and events.
* Ensure accurate records are kept at all times relating to food production and wastage for all service periods.
* Ensure that all foods are labelled, stored and handled in accordance to Health and Safety requirements.
* Follow menus to ensure all financial targets are achieved.
* Fully manage your section; this includes orders, food preparation, service and handovers.
* Maintain the standards set by the Head Chef and ensure these standards are adhered to on a daily basis and in the Head Chef's absence.
Qualifications / What We Are Looking For
* Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in a hotel environment.
* Great time‑management skills.
* A positive and welcoming attitude.
* Commitment to delivering a high level of customer and client satisfaction.
* Excellent personal presentation standards.
* Ability to work effectively and positively as part of a team.
What We Offer
* A chance to work with energetic and career‑driven individuals in a fantastic venue.
* Using produce from our own kitchen garden.
* Focus on minimal waste and sustainable cooking.
* Fun working environment.
* Great tips and discounts.
* Constantly developing business with exciting projects.
* Free on‑site parking, discounted food and stays, free use of the onsite gym.
Employment Type
Full‑time (45 hours per week
Salary
£38,000 per annum, plus a share of the monthly tip pool.
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