Junior Sous Chef

Fowey Hall Hotel; Fowey; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Knife Sponsorship

Chefs Dine Out

Training & Development

Birthday Holiday

EarlyPay

Cycle to Work

Help@Hand

Life Assurance

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity

Volunteer Day

The LFH Benefit Hub

50% off Food & Beverage and Spa

Discounted hotel stays

Job summary

Fowey Hall Hotel in Cornwall seeks a motivated Junior Sous Chef to join our luxury culinary team. You will assist the Head Chef, help manage a section during service, and contribute to menu development with fresh seasonal produce from our kitchen garden.

We offer a permanent role at 48 hours per week with a £38,500 annual salary plus a generous service charge and benefits. Visa sponsorship is not available; applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a high-quality restaurant or hotel setting.
• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for cooking and a creative flair.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Food Preparation: Support the Head Chef in preparing dishes using fresh seasonal produce.
• Quality Control: Ensure food quality, presentation, and taste are consistently high.
• Manage a Section: Oversee a designated section during service.
• Support Team Members: Mentor junior chefs and help improve skills.
• Inventory and Ordering: Assist with stock control and placing orders.
• Hygiene and Safety Compliance: Maintain high cleanliness and safety standards.
• Assist in Menu Development: Contribute ideas for updates or specials.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Creativity

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Contract: Permanent
Salary: £38,500 plus generous service charge and great benefits

About Us:

Fowey Hall Hotel, nestled on the picturesque coast of Cornwall, is a luxury family-focused hotel known for its stunning views, exceptional service, and culinary excellence. Fowey Hall is now seeking a motivated and talented Junior Sous Chef to join our brilliant team. If you are a dedicated and skilled chef, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of a luxury hotel known for its exceptional service and welcoming culture.

Role Overview:

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a key player in our culinary team, contributing to the creation of exceptional dishes that reflect our commitment to quality. This role requires a creative and dedicated individual with a passion for delivering an unforgettable dining experience.

This a permanent role, at 48 hours per week (including weekends), with an annual salary of £38,500, plus generous service charge and a brilliant benefit package.

Please note, we do not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only candidates who can demonstrate their right to work in the UK should apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Food Preparation: Support the Head Chef in preparing dishes using fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables from our on-site kitchen garden.
• Quality Control: Ensure food quality, presentation, and taste are consistently high.
• Manage a Section: Oversee a designated section during service, ensuring smooth operation and timely delivery.
• Support Team Members: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior chefs, helping them improve skills and efficiency.
• Inventory and Ordering: Assist with stock control, including checking deliveries, managing inventory, and placing orders as needed.
• Hygiene and Safety Compliance: Maintain high standards of cleanliness, ensuring all food safety and hygiene regulations are followed.
• Assist in Menu Development: Contribute ideas for menu updates or specials
• Report to Senior Sous Chef: Work closely with the Senior Sous Chef, handling delegated tasks and taking responsibility for the kitchen in their absence.

To succeed in this role, we are looking for someone who has:

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a high-quality restaurant or hotel setting.
• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for cooking and a creative flair.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Why work with us?

• Knife Sponsorship Scheme We understand the importance of a chef’s tools so we offer our kitchen team members up to £120 to put towards your very own knives.
• Chefs dine out scheme We want our chefs to experience new styles and tastes of dining as part of their development so every 6 months we will give you £100 on eating out at restaurant of your choice!
• Training and development is central to life at LFH, it’s something we truly value. We are proudly certified by the Institute of Hospitality and support our teams’ development through partnerships with award-winning, hospitality specific apprenticeship providers.
• An extra day’s holiday for your birthday
• EarlyPay Need to access some of your monthly salary a little early sometimes? No problem!
• Cycle to work scheme
• Help@Hand - Our online health and wellbeing service Get same day remote GP appointments, Mental Health support and Physiotherapy on us.
• Life Assurance Benefit for peace of mind for your loved ones.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity packages
• Want to give back but never have the time? We will give you a paid day off for any volunteering or fundraising you would like to get involved in once a year
• The LFH Benefit Hub Easily accessible employee discount platform for you to take advantage of at your favourite high street and online retailers
• 50% off Food and Beverage and the Spa across Luxury Family Hotels.
• Incredible discounted hotel stays for you, friends and family

Please ensure you check the hotel location as some of our hotels are hidden away and you will have to use your own transport to locate us!

Who are LFH?

Part of the Luxury Family Hotel Group, Fowey Hall Hotel is a family-focused hotel nestled in the breathtaking coastal town of Fowey, Cornwall. Set amidst stunning natural landscapes and offering unparalleled views of the sea, our hotel is renowned for its exceptional service and warm hospitality.

We are dedicated to creating an inspiring space for our team members that is fun, all-inclusive, professional and rewarding just as a career in hospitality should be!!

Here at LFH we are an equal opportunities employer and strive to create a diverse and accessible workplace for all. We believe in a culture and inclusive team member experience that values people from all backgrounds, race and religions. We respect, value and embrace diversity and ensure everyone is recognised and respected, we celebrate our differences.