Why join Meldrum House Hotel?
Were transforming and elevating every dining outlet across the Meldrum House estate, and this is your chance to be part of something exceptional from day one. Were building a new, signature culinary identity, and were looking for Chefs at all levels who are ready to create, innovate, and shape the future with us.
If you thrive on fresh challenges, love being hands-on, and want to showcase your talent in a fast-moving, ambitious environment, we want you on our team.
You will be responsible in supporting and assisting the Executive Chef in effectively managing the Kitchen in ensuring the correct storage, preparation, cooking and presentation of food for all food and beverage outlets are adhered to according to Company standards.
The Role
As Senior Sous Chef, you will help deliver the culinary vision and execution across all dining outlets, including our signature restaurant, bar, dining domes, conference & banqueting, and golf catering. You will lead a talented brigade, champion innovation, and deliver consistently exceptional food quality, presentation, and service.
Specific Tasks
Lead and develop the Kitchen team through teamwork, skill, initiative and communication and assume a leadership role during all periods of service.
Assist with staff training, supervising all kitchen staff in the preparation, cooking and service of all dishes.
Assist with the recruitment and selection of Kitchen staff, following the Monogram Collective Company Recruitment and Selection Process. Ensure wage costs are controlled in line with business levels through weekly forecasting.
Ensure laundry is controlled within the kitchen.
To be fully conversant with the food gross profit achieved and assist in achieving the budgeted food G.P.
Ensure that the food hygiene regulations are always followed ensuring that the food is stored and rotated on a daily basis to eliminate wastage.
Check fridges and stocks daily and plan purchasing requirements in accordance with business demands.
Assist with menu planning and creation.
Assist with monitoring all cleaning activities to ensure that the departmental cleaning schedules are followed and kept to a high standard and that all cleaning materials and equipment are used in accordance with the manufacturers specifications and COSHH legislation.
Comply with statutory and legal requirements for Hygiene, Health and Safety and other legislation, ensuring that members of the Kitchen Team are also aware of these requirements.
Always ensure the security of equipment and food stocks.
Responsible for the people management aspects of the role, including managing attendance, performance, H&S, completing reviews, 1-2-1s, annual appraisals and training.
Any other duties appropriate to the post
About You
As our Senior Sous Chef, you will work alongside an award-winning Executive Head Chef and brigade and be part of a growing team who pride themselves in delivering a first-class product every time.
We ask that you take pride in your work and have a willingness to learn. Youll have a real passion for food, and excellent attention to detail to provide consistent standards.
Previous experience of working within a Kitchen of a 4 or 5 star hotel Previous experience of devising and implementing menus
The ability to lead and motivate a team and conduct coaching sessions with staff, to increase their performance or confidence and the ability to conduct performance management sessions to improve the performance of staff members were falling below standards
Can demonstrate an ability to deal with suppliers and visitors to the building in a professional manner
Experience as a Senior Chef de Partie / Junior Sous Chef
Food Hygiene Certificate
Can demonstrate experience of contributing towards menu development and implementation
Can demonstrate an awareness of current food trends
Can demonstrate experience of assisting with cost accounting / portion and stock control
Can demonstrate an awareness of the importance of minimising wastage
Can demonstrate experience of assisting with conducting monthly performance reviews / appraisals
Can demonstrate experience of assisting to conduct job selection interviews
Competent at writing professional letters and emails, compiling reports and data analysis Can demonstrate a clear understanding of the need for confidentiality good awareness of Health & Safety in the workplace.
Can demonstrate the ability to conduct individual and group training sessions with staff on key skills required within their job role.
Competent in using Microsoft Outlook - email & calendar, Excel & Word
Youll meet great people, have fun at work, develop new friendships, learn new skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes:
29 days holiday
Training and development from day one
Employee events and celebrations
Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP
Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools
Healthy meals to enjoy while you're working
Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme
Financial Wellbeing App, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date
Referral bonus when your friends or family join the team.
Contributions to a pension plan
Following your first successful 3 months, youll also receive
Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform Treat Yourself Here, unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family.
Involvement in our employee recognition schemes
Long service recognition
Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two
50% discount in our restaurants
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family
Spa treatments and product discounts
Life Assurance cover
Well provide great training and development opportunities, allowing you to flourish in a fun and fulfilling career. So, whatever your vibe, our family can never be too big, theres a place here for you. We have one ask - that you bring your personality, ideas, and spark. Meldrum House is part of the Apex Hotels Group, an innovative, thriving business and we want you to be part of our exciting journey.
Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. Candidates with existing Skilled Worker status granted before 22 July 2025 may still qualify.
If this sounds like the next step in your culinary journey, click apply. We look forward to hearing from you.
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