Dynamic Sous Chef — Lead a fast-paced kitchen & mentor team

Hampshire Court Hotel & Spa; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health club membership

Discounts across The QHotelsCollection

Family & Friends discounts in hotels

Training & qualifications support

Learning & development

Employee Assistance Program

Refer a friend scheme

Free parking

Chef whites provided

Job summary

Hampshire Court Hotel & Spa in Basingstoke is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to lead the kitchen brigade. You will mentor the team, uphold high standards of presentation, and ensure food leaving the pass is to spec and of exceptional quality.

Ideal candidates have hotel or high-volume operation experience, with a focus on GP, stock control and cost management. The role offers opportunities for growth within The QHotels Collection and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie.
• Experience in a hotel environment or in a busy, high-volume operation.
• Conference, banqueting & events catering experience would be ideal.
• Quality & standards driven with a keen eye for detail.
• People management experience.
• Strong knowledge of GP, stock control, costs and wastage.

Responsibilities

• Leading by example, you will be hands on in the kitchen working alongside your team, providing guidance and mentorship.
• You’ll ensure the quality and delivery of food leaving the kitchen pass is to spec, to a very high standard and presentable.

Skills

People management

Stock control

Cost control

Quality standards

Job description

Hampshire Court Hotel & Spa in Basingstoke is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to lead the kitchen brigade. You will mentor the team, uphold high standards of presentation, and ensure food leaving the pass is to spec and of exceptional quality.

Ideal candidates have hotel or high-volume operation experience, with a focus on GP, stock control and cost management. The role offers opportunities for growth within The QHotels Collection and a comprehensive benefits package.