Sous ChefApex City of Bath Hotel James Street West, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2DA
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Why Join Apex Hotels?
You will receive a warm welcome into the Apex family on joining us as a Sous Chef in Bath. We genuinely care about our guests and each other and we show this through our family values of Trust, Passion, Friendliness and Teamwork. It is these values that support you to be yourself here at Apex Hotels. By bringing your own personality, passion, and ideas to the role, you will add a new dynamic to our innovative and supportive Kitchen Team. We believe it is our personality, style and friendliness that makes Apex Hotels.
Role Overview:
Reporting to the Head Chef, you will assist in spearheading the culinary experience for our Apex City of Bath Hotel. You will assist in driving our approach in delivering a high-quality, and consistent Conference & Events and Restaurant & Bar Food offering, which is on trend, in Season, Cost effective, and considers your Market’s needs.
As part of the senior management team, this role will involve operational shift coverage across a seven-day week rota.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support food cost control, payroll analysis, and stock management to maximise profitability
* Lead service delivery with attention to detail and customer personalisation
* Collaborate across departments to align with strategic business goals
* Contribute to team development, training, and recognition initiatives
* Maintain high standards in hygiene, compliance, and kitchen operations
* Assist with culinary feedback, tastings, and VIP service briefings
* Champion local apprenticeships and community engagement
What We’re Looking For:
* A proactive team player with strong leadership potential
* Passion for quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
What You’ll Do:
* Assist in managing food costs, payroll, and stock control to support profitability
* Lead service with attention to detail and a focus on customer satisfaction
* Help build a guest-centric team culture through coaching and support
* Collaborate across departments to align with strategic goals
* Maintain high standards in food safety, hygiene, and compliance
* Contribute to tastings, feedback, and VIP service planning
What You’ll Bring:
* Strong communication skills and ability to influence across all levels
* Sales and profit-driven mindset with the customer at the heart of decisions
* Level 2+ qualification in Food Safety and Professional Cookery
* A hands-on, open leadership style with a focus on team development
* Ability to identify resources and drive operational results
You will work with great people, enjoy your time at work, develop new friendships, networks, and skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes:
* 29 days holiday
* Training and development from day one
* Employee events and celebrations
* Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP
* Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools
* Healthy meals to enjoy while you're working.
* Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme
* Financial Wellbeing App Wagestream, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date.
* £200 referral bonus when your friends or family join the team.
Following your first successful 3 months, you’ll also receive ……
* Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform “Treat Yourself Here”, unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family.
* Involvement in our employee recognition schemes
* Long service recognition
* Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two
* 50% discount in our restaurants
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family
* Spa treatments and product discounts
* Life Assurance cover
We encourage you to bring your true self to work. We’ll provide great training and development opportunities, allowing you to flourish in a fulfilling career, reaching your dreams and aspirations. Our family can never be too big, there’s a place here for you. We have one ask - that you bring your personality, ideas, and spark. We’re an innovative, thriving business and we want you to be part of our exciting journey.
If you are interested, click apply. We look forward to hearing from you!
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