Junior Sous Chef

Providence; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A historic castle hotel in the UK is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, attention to detail, and experience in high-quality dining environments. Responsibilities include food preparation, supporting senior chefs, and contributing to menu development. The role offers a competitive salary starting from £38,000 and includes additional service charge and tips.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Paid day off on your birthday

Off-site staff accommodation possible

Complimentary stay after 3 months probation

Staff discounts on accommodation and dining

Qualifications

• Experience at 3AA Rosette or in Michelin star environment is ideal.
• A calm, mature approach with a resilient nature that thrives under pressure.
• Dedicated team player with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparation and service, supporting the Head and Sous Chefs.
• Ensuring high level of food quality and preparation.
• Assisting with the development of menus.

Skills

Passion for the industry and food

Strong communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Company Description

Relais & Chateau at Thornbury Castle are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our talented brigade of chefs. You will be working in a unique and beautifully restored Castle and four Red Star boutique hotel.

About Us

Set on 15 acres of beautiful land, Thornbury Castle Hotel is the only Tudor Castle operating as a hotel in England. The Castle has recently undergone a multi-million pound refurbishment program bringing back to life the regal grandeur of its past. Located 20 minutes’ drive from Bristol, it offers 26 rooms and suites, an award-winning restaurant, bar and two unique meeting and conference spaces. our food style is modern British using the best locally sourced produce from our kitchen garden and around the southwest. We operate 7 days a week, serving breakfast, afternoon tea, dinner, and Sunday lunch as well as the occasional wedding and functions.

Our company goal is to deliver “refined and personalised hospitality” to enable our hotel to be a place where all guests can relax, enjoy themselves and have a break from normal life. To feel like royalty in a unique place with unique people

Job Description

• Full time permanent position, 48 hours a week
• Salary from £38,000 per annum, depending on experience
• An additional share of the service charge and tips paid every month (about 3.5k annually)
• You will be responsible for preparation and service, supporting the Head and Sous Chefs
• Ensuring high level of food quality and preparation
• Natural ability as a chef with outstanding attention for detail
• Assisting with the development of menus
• Ability to work unsupervised and using own initiative
• Support and assist with managing team members
• Strictly follow all food safety and health & safety procedures

Qualifications

• A truly talented chef with a professional approach, great passion and flair for the industry and food
• Experience at 3AA Rosette or in Michelin star environment is ideal
• A calm, mature approach with a resilient nature that thrives under pressure
• Dedicated team player with string communication skills
• Ambition to succeed

Additional Information

• 28days holiday a year
• Paid day off on your birthday
• Off-site staff accommodation possible
• Complimentary stay at the castle after 3months’ probation period passed.
• Training programs via internal & external professionals and access to online training facilities
• Staff and family rates on hotel accommodation and discounts on food and beverages
• Recognition programmes
• Access to online training facilities
• Career development programmes
• Uniform provided and free parking available