Junior Sous Chef

Delta Hotels by Marriott Tudor Park Country Club; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary Leisure Club Membership

Global hotel discounts

Benefit Hub access

Job summary

Delta Hotels by Marriott Tudor Park Country Club in Maidstone is seeking a dedicated Junior Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations, delivering high-quality dishes and guest experiences.

This full-time role offers evening shifts, a chance to mentor junior team members, and opportunities to grow culinary and leadership skills within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Junior Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a hotel, restaurant, or quality hospitality environment.
• Genuine passion for delivering excellent guest experiences.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Positive, enthusiastic and proactive attitude.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen best practices.
• Desire to learn, develop and progress your culinary career.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef & Executive Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations management.
• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes to exact recipes and standards.
• Ensure food is presented consistently at the highest quality.
• Monitor food preparation, portion control and cooking temperatures.
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and health & safety.
• Assist in training, supporting and mentoring Commis Chefs and junior kitchen staff.
• Contribute ideas and creativity to menu development and food presentation.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the kitchen and hotel to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer focus

Organisational skills

Pressure management

Proactive attitude

Learning & development

Culinary passion

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious Junior Sous Chef to support our Executive Chef, and Executive Sous Chef in the day-to-day operation of our kitchen.

The Impact You'll Make

As Junior Sous Chef, you will play an important role in ensuring the smooth running of kitchen operations, maintaining high food quality standards, and delivering an exceptional guest experience. You will lead by example, support and develop junior team members, and continue to grow your own culinary and leadership skills within a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef & Executive Sous Chef in the daily management of kitchen operations.
• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes to agreed recipes and standards.
• Ensure food is presented consistently and to the highest quality.
• Monitor food preparation, portion control, and cooking temperatures.
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and health and safety.
• Assist in training, supporting, and mentoring Commis Chefs and junior kitchen team members.
• Contribute ideas and creativity to menu development and food presentation.
• Work closely with colleagues across the kitchen and hotel to provide an exceptional guest experience.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Junior Sous Chef, or Senior Chef de Partie within a hotel, restaurant, or quality hospitality environment.
• A genuine passion for delivering excellent guest experiences.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• A positive, enthusiastic, and proactive attitude.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen best practices.
• A desire to learn, develop, and progress your culinary career.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Complimentary Leisure Club Membership.
• Global hotel discounts for you, your friends & family.
• Access to Benefit Hub for unlimited deals from retailers to restaurants and more.

A supportive and professional working environment where your talent can flourish.

Hours:

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week across 5 days. The role primarily involves evening shifts, with regular finishing times of approximately 11:00pm.