Chateau Sous Chef: Lead a 20-Staff Kitchen in Normandy

Experience Education; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational travel company seeks a Sous Chef for their Chateau in France. Responsibilities include leading a kitchen team, preparing meals for up to 200 guests, and managing kitchen operations. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a similar role, excellent understanding of health and safety, and be comfortable working in a vibrant international environment. This role offers competitive seasonal pay, accommodation options, and growth opportunities within the company.

Benefits

Competitive seasonal salary

All meals provided

Optional shared accommodation

Management training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in volume catering is a bonus.
• Ability to prepare meals for dietary requirements.
• Eager to train junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team and assist Head Chef in daily operations.
• Prepare meals for up to 200 guests.
• Plan menus and ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Skills

Previous Sous Chef or Chef De Partie experience

Confident leading a kitchen team

Health and Safety regulations knowledge

Conversational English

French speaking skills

Job description

A leading educational travel company seeks a Sous Chef for their Chateau in France. Responsibilities include leading a kitchen team, preparing meals for up to 200 guests, and managing kitchen operations. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a similar role, excellent understanding of health and safety, and be comfortable working in a vibrant international environment. This role offers competitive seasonal pay, accommodation options, and growth opportunities within the company.