Innovative Sous Chef for Fast-Paced Hotel Kitchen

Arena Racing Company; Lingfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A Sous Chef role at Arena Racing Company's Lingfield Park Resort offers a hands-on opportunity to lead culinary innovation in a 4-star Marriott kitchen environment. You will partner with the Hotel Head Chef to drive food quality, safety, and efficiency across the kitchen team.

You will ensure allergen information is displayed, train staff accordingly, and contribute to achieving financial targets while delivering excellent guest experiences in a dynamic events venue.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 food preparation (or equivalent).
• Food Safety Certificate (or equivalent).
• Proven track record in a similar role.
• Ability to work in a very fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food and beverage service and commodities.
• Excellent communicator.
• Calm under pressure.
• Can act on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver an innovative food offer within the 4 star Marriott hotel kitchens.
• Implement and adhere to the Company Food Safety Management System across all areas within remit.
• Manage the Kitchen staff rota with the Head Chef to meet set cost targets.
• Take personal accountability for food safety compliance, including allergen information and training.
• Support delivery of financial targets and budget controls.

Skills

Proven track record

Fast-paced environment

F&B knowledge

Excellent communicator

Calm under pressure

Initiative

Education

NVQ Level 3 food preparation

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

A Sous Chef role at Arena Racing Company's Lingfield Park Resort offers a hands-on opportunity to lead culinary innovation in a 4-star Marriott kitchen environment. You will partner with the Hotel Head Chef to drive food quality, safety, and efficiency across the kitchen team.

You will ensure allergen information is displayed, train staff accordingly, and contribute to achieving financial targets while delivering excellent guest experiences in a dynamic events venue.