Junior Sous Chef

Crerar Hotels Group; Dunkeld; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier hospitality group in Scotland is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and inspire the kitchen team. You will play a vital role in maintaining high food standards, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and managing stock control. The role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 along with various employee benefits including flexible working hours, career development opportunities, and exclusive discounts at the company's beautiful locations. Join us for a rewarding career in hospitality!

Benefits

Wagestream – instant access to wages

YuLife – health and well-being rewards

Echo – communications platform

Career Development – training opportunities

Employee recognition and reward scheme

Exclusive Discounts on hotel stays

Work in Breathtaking Locations

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Ability to inspire and lead kitchen teams.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in kitchen operations.
• Monitor stock control and manage food waste.
• Deliver exceptional food consistently in a high-pressure environment.

Skills

Leadership

Food preparation

Health and safety compliance

Job description

Overview

Join Crerar Hotels – Where Passion Meets Hospitality!

Are you looking for a rewarding career in hospitality? At Crerar Hotels, we believe in creating unforgettable experiences for our guests – and that starts with YOU! Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, we have fantastic opportunities across our stunning hotels in Scotland and in the Lake District.

As a Junior Sous Chef at Crerar Hotels, you will play a key role in supporting the Head Chef to uphold and elevate our kitchen’s high standards. With your experience and energy, you’ll help inspire the kitchen team to deliver exceptional food consistently, even in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Your passion for food will shine through in every aspect of your role, from food preparation to the creation of new dishes and menus. You’ll also provide leadership and guidance to the team, offering training and development to ensure continuous improvement. Adhering to the highest food hygiene standards, you’ll ensure strict compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a clean, organised kitchen. In collaboration with the Head Chef, you’ll monitor portion control, manage waste, and maintain stock control, ensuring profitability while upholding the quality our guests expect. Flexible working hours, including early, late, and split shifts, will be required to meet the needs of the role.

Why Work with Us?

On top of the fantastic benefits below, we offer a salary/hourly rate of £35,000

At Crerar Hotels, we truly value our team, and that’s why we offer:

• Wagestream – Get instant access to your earned wages when you need them.
• YuLife – Enjoy health and well-being rewards, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and Virtual GP appointments.
• Echo – Our brand-new communications platform keeps you connected and engaged.
• Career Development – We invest in our people with fantastic training and progression opportunities.
• Employee recognition and reward scheme – celebrating anniversaries from 1 year onwards with incredible awards, vouchers and extra holiday days.
• Exclusive Discounts – Stay, dine, and relax at our beautiful hotels at special team rates.
• Work in Breathtaking Locations – From the Scottish Highlands to coastal escapes, our hotels are truly spectacular!

Be Part of Something Special.

Come and join a team that cares about its people and delivers amazing experiences every day. Apply now and start your journey with Crerar Hotels!