Junior Sous Chef - Latymer

Exclusive Hotels and Venues; Bagshot; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel stays discount

F&B dining discount

Free meals on duty

Gym access & parking

Wellbeing resources

Hospitality perks

Career growth

Job summary

Exclusive Collection's Pennyhill Park in Bagshot, Surrey, invites applications for a Junior Sous Chef in The Latymer, the Michelin-starred restaurant renowned for excellence in a luxury hospitality setting.

You will support the Head Chef and team, lead a section, and help deliver exceptional dishes to Michelin-star standards while upholding the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and presentation. This role offers growth in a prestigious, award-winning kitchen.

Qualifications

• Experience in fine dining or luxury hospitality kitchens.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene.
• Passion for exceptional ingredients and culinary excellence.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef and senior kitchen team in day-to-day running.
• Lead a section and ensure delivery to Michelin-star standards.
• Maintain highest standards of food preparation and presentation.
• Guide junior chefs and encourage development.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene and COSHH regulations.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and minimising waste.
• Contribute ideas to menu development and seasonal dishes.
• Deliver calm, organized service within a high-performance fine dining environment.

Skills

Fine dining

Leadership

Food safety

Quality focus

Communication

Job description

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Pennyhill Park and The Spa, Bagshot, Surrey

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Job Introduction

Pennyhill Park in Bagshot, Surrey, part of the Exclusive Collection, is a luxury hotel and spa renowned for its elegance, attention to detail and world-class hospitality. Home to The Latymer, Pennyhill Park's Michelin-starred and 5 AA Rosette restaurant led by Steve Smith, it is a destination where culinary excellence, precision and innovation define every guest experience.

You will join The Latymer as aJunior Sous Chef, working within one of the UK's most respected fine dining kitchens. Supporting the senior kitchen team, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional dishes, maintaining the highest culinary standards and contributing to a culture of excellence, creativity and continuous development. This is an exciting opportunity to further your career in an environment where talent is nurtured and ambition is encouraged. At Pennyhill Park, we believe in rewarding our team for their passion and dedication. As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Great rates for stays across all our hotels and 50% discount on Food & Beverage dining
• Free meals while on duty
• Free access to the on-site gym and parking
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing resources
• Exclusive discounts and perks through Hospitality Essentials
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and internal movement within the Exclusive Collection

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and senior kitchen team in the day-to-day running of The Latymer kitchen
• Lead a section and ensure the consistent delivery of exceptional dishes to Michelin-star standards
• Maintain the highest standards of food preparation, presentation and cleanliness
• Support and guide junior chefs, encouraging development, consistency and attention to detail
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene and COSHH regulations
• Assist with stock control, ordering and minimising waste
• Contribute ideas to menu development and seasonal dishes
• Deliver calm, organised and efficient service within a high-performance fine dining environment

Person Specification

• Previous experience as a Junior Sous Chef, Senior Chef de Partie or Chef de Partie within a quality fine dining or luxury hospitality kitchen
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards
• Passion for exceptional ingredients, technical excellence and high-quality food
• Good leadership skills with the ability to support, motivate and develop others
• Calm under pressure with excellent organisational and communication skills
• A willingness to learn, grow and progress within a Michelin-starred environment

We are a certified B Corp, committed to sustainability and responsible business practices. At Exclusive Collection, we champion wellbeing, progression and a culture where people who share our values can thrive. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all individuals with the right to work in the UK. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please let us know.