About Us
Stanton Manor Hotel is a beautiful family run hotel serving breakfast, lunch & dinner seven days a week to hotel guests and the general public. We also host weddings and events throughout the year. We take pride in delivering high-quality dishes made from locally sourced ingredients, and we are now looking for a talented Sous Chef to join our team.
The Role
As Sous Chef, you will play a key role in the smooth running of our kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and leading the brigade in their absence. You'll be responsible for maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and presentation, while motivating and guiding the team to deliver an outstanding dining experience for our guests.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain excellent food production standards, ensuring food safety, allergen awareness, and quality checks.
Supervise and support kitchen team members to ensure mise en place is well-planned and completed.
Manage stock effectively, minimising waste and adhering to food hygiene guidelines.
Carry out administrative duties including supplier orders, menu development, mise en place lists, and recipe/menu breakdowns.
Deputise for the Head Chef, taking full control of the kitchen in their absence.
Uphold professionalism under pressure while ensuring safe production standards.
Deliver dishes with pride, using seasonal and local ingredients wherever possible.
About You
At least 2 years' experience as a Sous Chef in a professional kitchen (preferably hotels or restaurants).
Strong culinary skills with a keen eye for detail.
Natural leader with proven management/supervisory experience.
Excellent communicator with the ability to motivate and develop the team.
Food hygiene qualification and strong knowledge of food safety standards.
Passionate about fresh, seasonal cooking.
If you're a passionate and driven Sous Chef looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and join the Stanton Manor Hotel kitchen team!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
On-site parking
Work Location: In person