Sous Chef

Job Description /n Sous Chef /n Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire Full-Time | 45 Hours per Week | £35512.26 per annum /n Join one of the UK's leading luxury spa resorts /n At Hoar Cross Hall, we're passionate about creating unforgettable guest experiences through exceptional food, luxury hospitality and outstanding service. /n We're looking for an experienced Sous Chef or an ambitious Chef de Partie ready for the next step to join our talented kitchen team. /n The Role /n Working alongside the Executive Chef and Head Chef, you'll help lead the kitchen, inspire the team and ensure every dish is prepared to the highest standard. /n You'll also take charge of the kitchen whenever the Head Chef is away. /n What You'll Be Doing /n Lead the Team /n /n - Supporting the day-to-day running of the kitchen /n - Motivating, coaching and developing the kitchen team /n - Helping plan rotas and ensure the kitchen is fully staffed /n - Leading service in the Head Chef's absence /n /n Create Exceptional Food /n /n - Preparing and presenting dishes to the highest standards /n - Maintaining consistency across all services /n - Helping to develop seasonal menus /n - Controlling food costs and reducing waste /n /n Maintain High Standards /n /n - Following Food Hygiene, Health & Safety and COSHH procedures /n - Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and safe /n - Completing food safety and temperature checks /n - Ensuring PPE, hygiene and uniform standards are maintained /n /n Stock & Operations /n /n - Assisting with ordering and stock control /n - Checking deliveries and supplier quality /n - Supporting stock takes and weekly administration /n /n Guest Experience /n /n - Working closely with the Restaurant Manager and wider management team /n - Responding professionally to guest feedback /n /n About You /n You'll ideally: /n /n - Have experience as a Sous Chef, or be ready to step up from Chef de Partie /n - Love working with fresh, seasonal ingredients /n - Be passionate about producing exceptional food /n - Be a confident leader and team player /n - Thrive in a fast-paced kitchen /n - Have excellent organisation and attention to detail /n - Have a strong understanding of food safety and compliance /n /n Working Hours /n /n - 45 hours per week /n - 5 days out of 7 /n - Includes evenings, weekends and bank holidays /n - Typical shifts: /n /n - 8:00am – 5:30pm /n - 1:30pm – 11:00pm /n /n - Flexibility is essential to meet business needs /n /n Right to Work /n Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. /n Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role, now or in the future. /n Why Join Hoar Cross Hall? /n /n - Complimentary Spa Day on your work anniversary /n - Free meal every shift /n - Complimentary use of our leisure and spa facilities /n - Employee Assistance Programme /n - 30% discount on overnight stays and spa days /n - Discounts on food, drink and retail /n - Pension scheme /n - Free parking /n - Refer-a-Friend bonus /n - Excellent induction and training /n - Perkbox benefits and discounts /n - Online Doctor service /n - Career development opportunities /n - Friendly, supportive team culture /n /n People say you can't choose your family... we choose you to be part of ours! /n /n