Banqueting Sous Chef

Exclusive Hotels and Venues; Horsham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel company in Horsham is looking for a Banqueting Sous Chef to assist in managing kitchen operations and events. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, proven leadership skills, and experience in a luxury hospitality setting. This role involves menu planning, team training, and maintaining high standards. Competitive salary, excellent training opportunities, and numerous employee benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

29 days holiday

50% discount on food and beverage

Discounted room nights

Free meals on duty

Training and development programs

Free gym access

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a luxury hospitality environment.
• Ability to improve standards and implement new ideas.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth running of kitchen operations at all times.
• Assist the Head Chef in menu writing and planning.
• Maintain high standards of food and service.
• Manage financial aspects including costings.
• Assist in recruitment, training, and staff development.

Skills

Leadership skills

Passion for food

Initiative

Creativity

Job description

We are actively seeking a new Banqueting Sous Chef to help prepare and cook delicious food at South Lodge Hotel & Spa.

You will work closely with the Head Chef and be responsible for assisting in the management of food and kitchen events, including Weddings, Conferences, Banqueting, Afternoon Tea, and Bar Food.

This is a challenging but rewarding role. You will be expected to help manage the team in producing top-quality cuisine and assist in training talented chefs. You will take charge in the absence of the Head Chef and undertake any specific functions of Kitchen management.

Join us to create unique menus, develop the team, and drive this busy and exciting part of the business.

If this opportunity interests you, apply now!

Role Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth running of kitchen operations at all times.
• Implement sound stock control measures.
• Assist the Head Chef in menu writing and planning, and stay proactive in industry trends.
• Maintain high standards of food and service.
• Manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Order stock as necessary in conjunction with the Head Chef.
• Manage financial aspects, including costings, invoices, and revenue figures.
• Maintain high levels of food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Assist in recruitment, training, and staff development in collaboration with the Head Chef and HR.
• Carry out any reasonable requests from the Executive/Head Chef or General Manager.

The Ideal Candidate

Our successful Sous Chef will have:

• Proven experience in a luxury hospitality environment.
• A passion for food.
• Leadership skills to guide a team.
• Ability to improve standards and implement new ideas.
• Initiative and creativity.

Package Description

We are committed to our staff, offering excellent training, development, and progression opportunities. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary, benefits, and above the Real Living Wage.
• 29 days holiday (increasing with service).
• Discretionary service charge system.
• 50% discount on food and beverage across all properties.
• Discounted room nights at all properties.
• Support from HospitalityAction EAP.
• Access to HospitalityEssentials discounts and deals.
• Free meals on duty.
• Recognition and rewards schemes.
• Training and development programs.
• Free gym access and classes where available.
• Commitment to sustainability (B Corp accreditation).
• Free access to newspapers, magazines, and books.
• Cycle to work scheme.

About the Company

We value character, personality, and a positive attitude. We look for:

1. People with character who are authentic.
2. People who enjoy being around others.
3. Extra milers who go beyond the job description.
4. Individuals who put their heart into guest interactions.