Junior Sous Chef

Rudding Park Hotel; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pay

Service Charge up to £5,000 per year

Company sick pay

Discounts on spa and dining

Up to 30 days annual leave

Complimentary overnight stay after 3‑m

Job summary

Rudding Park in Harrogate is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated Junior Sous Chef to support the kitchen team, maintain high standards and create memorable dishes.

You will receive full training across outlets, run a section when needed, manage junior staff, and work with a passionate team to deliver exceptional food while upholding health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, motivated and hands-on junior chef with leadership potential.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen and supporting the team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes using fresh local produce and maintain high standards.
• Run a section/function within the kitchen and assist senior chefs as needed.
• Lead and motivate junior chefs to meet quality and safety targets.
• Utilise kitchen computer systems for ordering, rotation and food safety.

Job description

We're not just hiring - we're looking for chefs who bring passion, creativity, and leadership into the kitchen every single day.

How strong is your drive to deliver exceptional food?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen where every service is a chance to shine?
Can you turn pressure into precision and ingredients into unforgettable dishes?

We believe the heart of our kitchen is built on teamwork, positivity, and pride in every plate that leaves the pass.

If you've got the skills, the energy, and the ambition to grow into a leadership role, we want to hear from you.

We're on the hunt for an enthusiastic, motivated, and hands-on Junior Sous Chef who thrives on supporting the team, maintaining high standards, and creating dishes that guests will remember long after they leave.

The Rudding Park team's core purpose is to create timeless memories and instinctive care in exceptional spaces.

As a junior sous chef within Rudding Park you will be given full training across all areas of the kitchen and have the chance to work across multiple outlets within the resort. This will enable you to gain experience doing different food styles and services.

You will be expected to run a section/function within the kitchen and in the absence of more senior chefs run a service when needed. You will also be expected to manage the junior team members to motivate, train, ensure the food goes out to the highest standard and that all health and safety / COSHH protocol is been followed.

You will need to have an understanding of our computer systems we used for ordering, rotating and food safety.

You will be working with a strong motivated kitchen team of experienced and passionate Chefs who promote collaboration and diligence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of dishes using the best fresh & local produce.
• Run a section/function within the kitchen
• Run service in the absence of senior chefs
• Using and understanding our computers system for rotating, ordering and food safety to ensure we meet wage and food cost targets
• Train and motivate junior chefs to work to expected standards
• Taking pride in being responsible for helping to deliver high-quality food for our guests
• Working across all kitchens within the Rudding Park estate, helping you get an understanding of the whole business
• Working well in a busy kitchen and thrive under pressure whilst be able to give out clear instruction
• Team player and who can respectfully communicate to the team
• Be reliable, hardworking, trustworthy and passionate in your work
• Deal with order, deliveries and stock rotation to ensure correct stock levels and food cost targets are met
• Maintain kitchen hygiene standard at all times
• Following all health & safety / COSHH protocol and ensure junior team members have a full understanding as well
• Do all the above whilst following the core values of Rudding Park

In return for your hard work and commitment we offer:

• Enhanced pay
• Service Charge (Tronc) earn up to an additional £5,000 per year
• Company sick pay for up to 4 weeks
• A range of discounts including 50% off spa days and dining, not to mention preferential room rates for employees and family (subject to availability of course)
• Annual party, family fun days, and award dinners - we love to celebrate!
• Up to 30 days annual leave, increasing with length of service
• Complimentary overnight stay for you and a guest (including dinner, bed and breakfast with spa) when you complete a three month probation
• FREE food and drink; The Green Room is our team's dedicated space to chill out, when not 'on stage' looking after our guests. You'll find a range of hot and cold food options with different areas to relax, catch up with your 'co-stars' or watch TV.
• Investment in personal growth through Apprenticeship, Training Courses and Development Programmes. Dedicated Learning and Development Manager
• Can't wait until pay day? Wage Stream allows you to pay yourself when you need it!
• Hospitality Rewards include FREE Employee Assistance Programme from Day 1
• Local discounts on gym memberships
• Complimentary counselling sessions to support mental health
• Wellbeing App with a range of support such as podcasts, fitness videos, recipes
• AND MUCH MORE...........

About Rudding Park

A privately-owned luxury hotel, Rudding Park has 90 bedrooms and suites, a destination spa, three restaurants and a kitchen garden, private cinema, two golf courses and meetings and events venue. Set in 300 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland, Rudding Park is one of the most beautiful Harrogate hotels.

Rudding Park features the first Roof Top Spa in the UK and offers an extensive range hydrotherapy and thermal experiences. We offer an extensive range of treatments and guests can discover the Escape Zone - a peaceful and serene space to relax following a treatment. The Spa also offers an indoor swimming pool using natural waters from the grounds of Rudding Park, a Juniper Log Sauna, Rasul for traditional Moorish mud treatments, Retail Therapy, Hair Studio, Nail and Beauty Studio.