Job title: Jr. Sous Chef
Salary: 36,000 GBP
Location: Welwyn, Hertfordshire
Accommodation provided: Yes
Charge for accommodation: Negotiable (dependent on accommodation available)
Type of contract: Permanent
Workplace description: This hotel is the ideal country retreat for both business and pleasure and is the perfect setting for any occasion. Set in the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, our dedicated and friendly staff will look after your every need and they will make sure your stay with us will be a memorable one. Comprising a 490-acre farm, a 29-bedroom country house hotel, the 2 Rosette restaurant and 9 function/conference rooms, this hotel also provides a unique and attractive year round location for the perfect wedding.
This is a quality-led kitchen focused on seasonal British produce, elegant presentation, and consistent fine dining execution.
Ideal for a strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up or an experienced Junior Sous Chef looking to progress within a structured brigade.
Main duties and responsibilities:
Support the Head Chef & Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations
Maintain Rosette-level presentation and consistency
Help lead and develop junior chefs
Assist with stock control and GP management
Ensure high food safety and hygiene standards
Essential criteria: You will have experience of:
Fine dining background essential
Experience in minimum 1 AA Rosette kitchen
Strong plating and attention to detail
Calm under pressure
Ambitious and career-focused
Fine dining experience is essential – applications without Rosette-level background will not be considered.
Important Notes:
1. Applications should be made by email or phone.
2. Applications should be in Word format only and in ENGLISH!
3. DDH Recruitment Ltd does not charge work seekers for its services.
4. All workers will be subject to UK taxation.
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