Junior Sous Chef - 4 day Week, Wednesday to Sunday - Alderley Edge Hotel

JW Lees; Alderley Edge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Alderley Edge seeks a Junior Sous Chef to join its talented kitchen team. As part of a dynamic environment, the successful candidate will oversee kitchen operations, support menu development, and train junior staff. This role offers substantial opportunities for growth, a competitive salary, and various employee discounts.

Benefits

Annual profit share

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food when on shift

Discounted hotel stays

Wellbeing support

Opportunities for growth

Access to JW BenefitHub discounts

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie (CDP) or equivalent.
• Ability to oversee all kitchen sections.
• Experience with banqueting events.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in all sections.
• Support menu development and stock management.
• Maintaining high standards to achieve 5* scores.
• Motivate the team to present quality food.

Skills

Fresh food preparation

Team leadership

Menu development

Attention to detail

Job description

Junior Sous Chef - Alderley Edge - Up to £15.00 per hour - 40 hours per week

4 day week - Wednesday to Sunday

We are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join the talented kitchen team at our stunning hotel, The Alderley Edge. We are seeking an experienced CDP ready to develop their career. The successful candidate will run all sections of the kitchen, be accustomed to working with fresh food, and have some banqueting event experience.

What we offer our Junior Sous Chef

• Annual profit share, sharing in the company's success
• 30% discount on food and drink across our pubs and inns for you and friends and family
• 50% off food when on shift
• Discounted stays in our hotels and inns
• A fair share of tips
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities for growth and career progression
• Access to JW BenefitHub for a wide range of discounts

Responsibilities of a Junior Sous Chef at Alderley Edge include:

• Leading the team to operate all kitchen sections
• Supporting menu development, stock management, and maintaining a safe, compliant kitchen environment
• Guiding junior kitchen staff members
• Maintaining high standards and attention to detail to achieve and sustain 5* Scores on the doors
• Motivating the team to consistently present fresh, quality food
• Playing a key role in training and developing junior team members

Work Environment:

The Alderley Edge Hotel features 50 bedrooms, a superb Grill on the Hill restaurant for up to 70 guests, and a range of banqueting and event spaces for up to 120 guests. Our brigade of talented chefs works with the best fresh produce in a well-equipped kitchen, led by our Head Chef. We also offer a Lounge Bar menu, excellent wines, cocktails, and premium spirits. Under the leadership of General Manager Linda, our team strives to deliver outstanding customer service in a friendly, supportive environment. Conveniently located near major motorways, accessible from Wilmslow, Macclesfield, Stockport, Knutsford, and south Manchester. Join us and develop your career in a vibrant setting!