Banqueting Sous Chef — Lead the Luxury Main Kitchen

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Spa and Golf discount

Friends & family rates

Food & beverage discount 20%

Colleague restaurant

Training opportunities

Pension

Job summary

Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere in Knutsford, is seeking an experienced Kitchen Supervisor ready to support the Executive Head Chef in delivering flawless dining experiences. You will coordinate the Main Kitchen, assist senior chefs, manage cost controls and uphold Fairmont quality across outlets and room service.

Join a luxury team focused on training, hygiene, and exceptional guest service, with a competitive package and opportunities to develop within a world-class hospitality group.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role in luxury/high-volume environment
• English proficiency in reading and speaking
• Experience in cost control and standard implementation
• Knowledge of health & hygiene practices
• Experience in restaurant and banquet service

Responsibilities

• Coordinate functions and activities throughout the Main Kitchen
• Assist the Executive Sous Chef and Executive Head Chef in production quality and presentation
• Work actively in cost control and implementing standards
• Assist in people-related matters
• Carry out departmental training
• Deputise the Executive Sous Chef and Executive Head Chef in their absence
• Control all aspects of food outlets in the Execut ive Sous and Executive Head Chef's absence
• Actively participate in Health & Hygiene matters
• Promote quality throughout the kitchen
• Ensure room service is of the best quality, temperature and service
• Carry out daily work to exceed guest expectations
• Ensure smooth day-to-day kitchen operations
• Strive to deliver highest quality of food and service
• Adhere to legal requirements and guidelines
• Conduct departmental orientation for new team members

Job description

Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere in Knutsford, is seeking an experienced Kitchen Supervisor ready to support the Executive Head Chef in delivering flawless dining experiences. You will coordinate the Main Kitchen, assist senior chefs, manage cost controls and uphold Fairmont quality across outlets and room service.

Join a luxury team focused on training, hygiene, and exceptional guest service, with a competitive package and opportunities to develop within a world-class hospitality group.