Sous Chef

Voco Manchester; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hotel as a Sous Chef, responsible for kitchen operations and menu production. Ideal candidates have strong cooking skills and experience, ensuring high standards and service excellence. Enjoy career development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Annual Conference Event and Awards

Robust career development opportunities

Attractive discounts across major retailers

50% off food and beverage during hotel stays

24/7 Employee Assistance Line

Qualifications

• Demonstrable cooking experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie.
• Excellent understanding of cooking methods and ingredients.
• Familiarity with industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Order stock and manage supplier relationships.
• Cook food items according to recipes and standards.

Skills

Cooking methods

Food safety

Team collaboration

Job description

The role

Are you a strong Senior CDP or currently a Sous Chef looking to progress?

Our Sous Chef is responsible for producing all menu items in an efficient and consistent manner. This role reports directly to the Head Chef and is part of a team based at our attractive hotel in Manchester.

Sous Chef duties include:

1. Assisting the Head Chef with responsibility for the kitchen's daily operations
2. In the Head Chef's absence, you will be responsible for:
3. Ordering stock and dealing with suppliers
4. Monitoring and controlling stock levels
5. Unloading and storing deliveries
6. Implementing control measures and training staff on COSHH and Manual Handling
7. Ensuring cleaning schedules are followed and maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the kitchen
8. Liaising with the sales team regarding upcoming bookings
9. Cooking food items using various methods such as grilling, frying, and sautéing according to recipes and standards
10. Facilitating special requests from guests
11. Managing wastage through proper product measurement
12. Adhering to all kitchen SOPs at all times
13. Setting up and stocking food items and supplies

Beyond these responsibilities, you'll embody our company values and culture, ensuring service excellence remains our top priority.

Full details of the role will be discussed with shortlisted candidates. If you'd like to learn more before applying, please contact our resourcing team at [e-mail].

Benefits

Our rewards package includes:

• Annual Conference Event and Awards
• Apprenticeships
• Robust career development opportunities and support for personal growth
• Attractive discounts across major retailers, restaurants, and events
• Complimentary Employee, Family, and Friends discounts in hotels across the Kew Green Hotels portfolio and partner hotels worldwide
• 50% off food and beverage during hotel stays
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Line for mental health, wellbeing support, financial and legal advice

What you’ll bring to the team

An ideal candidate will have an excellent understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures. Demonstrable cooking experience, including experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie. Familiarity with industry best practices and Basic Food Safety are essential.

Next steps

A member of our hotel team will contact you to schedule a 15-minute chat to learn more about you. We'll explain the role in detail and give you the opportunity to showcase your skills. If successful, you'll meet the Head Chef, Hotel Manager, or Cluster General Manager.

Who are Kew Green Hotels?

Kew Green Hotels is a rapidly expanding global company with a diverse portfolio across leading hotel chains, including IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, and Hilton. We are united by our values. Please visit our website for more details.

Join our Kew-Team today!