Junior Sous Chef – High-Volume Banquets & Events

Aimbridge; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Subsidised meals

Paid breaks

Wellbeing allowance

Annual leave 30 days

Salary sacrifice (holiday purchase)

Cycle to work scheme

Wagestream access

Employee assistance program

Sick pay

Salary reviews

Learning & Development

Job summary

Aloft Birmingham Eastside and The Eastside Rooms, part of Aimbridge Hospitality, are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support busy banqueting and events operations in Birmingham. You will lead kitchen sections, help deliver high-volume conferences, exhibitions, galas, weddings, and large-scale catering while maintaining the highest standards of food quality and presentation.

We value strong leadership, organisational skills, and a passion for great food.

Qualifications

• Experience as Junior Sous Chef or in a similar hotel, conference venue, events venue, or banqueting role.
• Experience delivering high-volume catering and large-scale events.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise under pressure.
• Excellent leadership and team development skills.
• Passion for producing high-quality food consistently.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Good financial awareness, including food cost control and waste reduction.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in planning and executing conference and banqueting menus.
• Lead sections during large-scale events and service periods.
• Coach and develop Chef de Parties and Commis Chefs.
• Ensure food is produced consistently and efficiently for plated and buffet-style events.
• Manage food preparation for multiple events running simultaneously.
• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.
• Monitor stock usage, portion control and waste to maximise profitability.
• Assist with menu development and event-specific concepts.
• Work with the Conference & Events team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

High-volume catering

Leadership

Event catering

Food hygiene

Time management

Flexibility

Job description

Aloft Birmingham Eastside and The Eastside Rooms, part of Aimbridge Hospitality, are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support busy banqueting and events operations in Birmingham. You will lead kitchen sections, help deliver high-volume conferences, exhibitions, galas, weddings, and large-scale catering while maintaining the highest standards of food quality and presentation.

We value strong leadership, organisational skills, and a passion for great food.