Do you pride yourself on creating exceptional dining experiences? If so, you could be who we're looking for.
We're recruiting for a Senior Sous Chef to join our established team at the Tempus (recently voted in the Top 100 UK hotels by the Times) and welcome your application. Our ideal candidate will have enthusiasm, vision and the passion to continue our mission to deliver outstanding events that are one of a kind. As well as a competitive salary we offer a generous service charge.
Your new employer
Located in the stunningly, idyllic Charlton Estate just outside of Alnwick, the Doxford Group sets the highest standard Northumberland has to offer. The Doxford Group is a family run organisation already specialising in delivering extraordinary wedding and event experiences.
It is essential that as our Senior Sous Chef you have an outgoing personality, exceptional organisational & communication skills, a level of excellence in health and safety/hygiene regulations, deliver exceptional food and adhere to exceptionally high standards of service.
You will be a team player but also a strong leader who is not afraid to step up in the absence of the head chef.
Your main responsibilities are to:
* Manage food purchasing to ensure targets are achieved and supplier relations are upheld.
* Manage stock counts to ensure there is minimal wastage.
* Manage the food production and be accountable for the quality of all food leaving the kitchens.
* Be accountable for the cleanliness and safe systems of work in all kitchens adhering to Shield and local authority 5 star standards.
* Create pride in the team enabling them to deliver a consistent branded experience.
* Train, mentor and develop junior staff.
* Regularly review information and feedback and consistently respond to guest feedback.
* Support the business with new venue acquisitions and their culinary offerings.
* Deputise for the Group Head Chef in her absence.
Benefits
We're constantly reviewing our benefits package but as a minimum you can expect:
* LIVE IN ACCOMMODATION
* 45 HOUR CONTRACT
* Competitive rates of pay.
* Generous service charge payment
* Discretionary long service awards
* Additional holidays based on length of service
* Pension Scheme
* Staff Discounts including overnight stays, food and drink
* Uniform (customer facing)
* Free Parking
* Referral programme
* Regular Company events
* Training opportunities
* Bonus scheme (some positions)
* Flexible working opportunities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Chathill NE67 5DZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Cooking: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person