Senior Sous Chef

Senior Sous Chef – superb hotel - £42,000 + tronc –

An exciting opportunity to join this unique, independently owned and run hotel. Having established an excellent reputation in the local area they continue to thrive and due to this success, they are looking for a talented Senior Sous Chef to strengthen the team.

The kitchen caters for an award winning, contemporary restaurant, and extensive conference and banqueting facilities. This highly professional brigade prepares modern European cuisine, and everything is made in house using fresh seasonal produce sourced as locally as possible.

Benefits include:
Generous salary plus service charge
45 hour week
Excellent management training
Complete support from management
An experienced and professional brigade in place
Discounted gym and spa membership
28 days holiday
Free parking
Whites provided

The successful Senior Sous Chef will be working closely with the Head Chef, and be responsible for preparing fresh, locally sourced ingredients for a wide range of menus, ensuring consistency, quality and presentation are maintained at all times. From elegant plated meals to buffets and large-scale events for up to 200 guests, the work will be varied and rewarding. You will be responsible for managing the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef including, assisting with stock control and ordering, and ensuring all health, safety and hygiene standards are upheld. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-standard kitchen environment.

The ideal Senior Sous Chef will also have a genuine passion for fresh food, high standards and strong kitchen leadership. You will have previous experience in a quality hotel kitchen or restaurant of a similar standard, with confidence working across multiple sections and supporting both restaurant service and large-scale events. You will be a dedicated team player with a positive, hands-on approach, excellent organisational skills and the ability to lead by example under pressure.

To find out more about this exciting opportunity please forward your CV.