Company Description
Relais & Chateau at Thornbury Castle are seeking a Sous Chef to join our talented brigade of chefs. You will work in a unique and beautifully restored Castle and four Red Star boutique hotel, creating truly memorable and impressive 5-star dishes for our guests in our 3 Rosette restaurant.
About Us
Set on 15 acres of beautiful land, Thornbury Castle Hotel is the only Tudor Castle operating as a hotel in England. The Castle has recently undergone a multi-million pound refurbishment, restoring its regal grandeur. Located 20 minutes from Bristol, it offers 26 rooms and suites, an award-winning restaurant, bar, and two unique meeting and conference spaces. Our food style is modern British, using locally sourced produce from our kitchen garden and around the southwest. We operate 7 days a week, serving breakfast, afternoon tea, dinner, Sunday lunch, and hosting occasional weddings and functions. Our goal is to deliver “refined and personalised hospitality,” making our hotel a place where guests can relax, enjoy themselves, and feel like royalty in a unique setting with exceptional staff.
Job Description
* Full-time permanent position, 48 hours per week
* Salary from £40,000 per annum, depending on experience
* Additional share of service charge and tips paid monthly
* Responsible for food preparation and service
* Collaborate with the Executive Head Chef to create menus
* Lead the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Head Chef
* Assist in training new kitchen staff
* Maintain all food safety and health and safety procedures
* Demonstrate natural culinary talent with excellent attention to detail
* Work calmly and proactively, using own initiative
Qualifications
* A talented chef with a professional approach, passion, and flair for food
* Experience in a 3 AA Rosette or 1 Michelin star environment is ideal; or at least 5 years' experience in a 2 AA Rosette setting or higher
* Calm, mature, and resilient under pressure
* Dedicated team player with strong communication skills
* Ambition to succeed at the highest levels
Additional Information
* 28 days holiday including bank holidays
* Paid day off on your birthday
* Complimentary stay at the castle after 3 months' probation
* Training programmes via internal & external professionals, plus access to online training
* Staff and family rates on hotel accommodation and discounts on food and beverages
* Recognition and career development programmes
* Uniform, meals on duty, and free parking
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