Sous / Junior Sous Chef - No Split Shifts!
At Hever Castle Golf & Wellbeing, The Waterside Bar, Restaurant & Terrace offers a truly exceptional dining experience. Serving breakfast, lunch, and traditional afternoon tea, the venue is set against the beautiful backdrop of the Kent Weald countryside. During the summer months, the terrace provides the perfect setting for guests to relax and take in the stunning surroundings. The Waterside Bar is a versatile space, hosting a variety of events throughout the year and available for private hire, making it an ideal choice for both casual dining and special occasions.
Hever Castle Golf & Wellbeing is proud of its outstanding service and high-quality culinary offering., the busy clubhouse kitchen, led by a talented Head Chef and supported by a skilled brigade, delivers an excellent bar menu while catering to a wide range of member events and golf societies. With a focus on daytime service and only limited evening shifts, this role is well-suited to chefs who are looking for a better work-life balance without compromising on quality or personal growth.
Perks & Benefits:
Salary range £33,000 to £35,000 pa
Contracted Hours, 40 hours per week
Employer Pension Contributions, 4% of annual salary
Holidays, 21 days, and 8 bank holidays.
Complimentary Castle tickets for family and friends
Off peak use of the golf courses.
Subsidised food on shift.
Discount from our retail outlets.
Position Overview:
You will play a key leadership role within the kitchen brigade, supporting the Head Chef in delivering high-quality dishes while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. In the absence of the Head Chef, you will take full responsibility for running the kitchen, including ordering stock, maintaining health and safety standards, and leading the team efficiently.
With strong all-round kitchen experience, you can confidently work across all stations to produce starters, mains, and desserts to a high standard. This role requires excellent teamwork, communication skills, and a genuine passion for food, alongside an initiative-taking attitude towards learning and career development.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver high-quality food service consistently.
Support the execution of club dinners and events.
Responsible for ordering and monthly stocktakes.
Plan and develop daily specials, recipes, and menus.
Maintain a safe, clean, and hygienic kitchen environment.
Lead and support the team in an efficient and professional manner.
Demonstrate ambition with a willingness to learn and develop.
Show a mature, flexible, and positive approach to work.
About You:
Have previous supervisory experience in a commercial kitchen environment.
Your own transport and live within a 30-minute commute of Hever Castle.
Be willing and able to work weekends as required.
Enjoy working as part of a team and take pride in maintaining a high-standard kitchen.
At Hever Castle Golf Club, you will be part of an enthusiastic team working in one of Kents most iconic historic estates, if you are passionate about food, service, and hospitality, we would love to hear from you.
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