Junior Sous Chef

Dalata Hotel Group plc; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Junior Sous Chef, where you'll play a vital role in kitchen operations and food production. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary skills while mentoring a talented team. With a commitment to internal growth, you'll benefit from various training programs and support from senior chefs. Enjoy a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers numerous perks, including employee meals and discounts. If you're passionate about quality and eager to advance your culinary career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free employee meals on duty

50% Off F&B in all properties

£60 employee rate on rooms

30% off Friends & Family rate

Extra AL day for every year worked

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

SAYE (Save As You Earn Scheme)

Pension access

Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a chef in hotels or similar settings.
• Focus on quality and ability to support kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen operations and lead food production.
• Mentor culinary staff and assist the Head Chef.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Leadership

Quality Control

Teamwork

Education

Qualification in Culinary Arts

Job description

Junior Sous Chef

Benefit from Dalata Academy programmes, courses, and learning tools that equip you with essential skills and knowledge, while also providing exposure to senior team members who can mentor you along the way.

We are committed to promoting from within, so your dedication can lead to exciting internal opportunities. If you are ready to enhance your career and make an impact in a supportive environment, join us at Dalata Hotel Group!

Reporting to the Head Chef, the sous chef plays a vital role in supporting the operations management of the kitchen and in the production of excellent food.

Benefits

• Free employee meals on duty
• 50% Off F&B in all properties
• €/£60 employee rate on rooms for all Dalata-owned hotels
• 30% off the Friends & Family rate
• Extra AL day for every year worked (up to 5 extra days)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme/Transport Schemes
• SAYE (Save As You Earn Scheme)
• Pension access (Ask your HR Manager for local pension information)
• Development Opportunities through our Dalata Academy to support your career journey
• Staff Appreciation Initiatives, team-building activities, and charity events

What You Will Do

• Support the kitchen operations for the hotel
• Lead by example in excellent food production
• Mentor our skilled and ambitious culinary staff
• Support the Head Chef in their duties, occasionally deputising in their role
• Contribute to the success of our conferences and events offerings

What You Will Need

• Experience as a chef in hotels or similar settings
• Unrelenting focus on quality
• Qualification in culinary arts or similar (desired but not essential)
• A personal desire to develop and learn in your role
• Ability to support successful kitchen operations
• Ability to build relationships and influence at all levels of the business

About Us

Dalata Hotel Group brings the heart of hospitality to every hotel we own and operate. We see our growth and expansion as a way to spread our unique approach to caring for our guests further around the world, providing better experiences to more people. Currently, our hotels are in Ireland, the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands, with plans to expand further, focusing on key UK cities, Dublin, and Continental Europe.

Helping our people grow and develop their careers is a top priority. We offer many internal development programmes to ensure our employees receive the learning they need to advance in their careers.

Dalata Hotel Group Plc is an inclusive employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you require accommodations during the application process, please specify your needs when applying.