Junior Sous Chef - Live In

The Inn Collection Group; Wales; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in hospitality is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support the kitchen operation at the new Swallow Falls Inn opening in February 2025. You'll help maintain high standards in food quality, manage operational tasks, and ensure smooth service in a fast-paced environment, embracing the opportunity to grow within a supportive team.

Benefits

Paid Birthday Holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

50% Off Food at Any Inn

Paid Breaks

Discounted Room Bookings for Staff

Qualifications

• Passionate and eager to learn about kitchen operations and culinary skills.
• Proven ability to work in fast-paced environments while maintaining high standards.
• Experience in stock control and team leadership is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cooking and ensure consistency in food quality.
• Support operational tasks such as stock control and supplier orders.
• Lead the kitchen team as required and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Culinary Degree or Equivalent Experience

Job description

What makes the perfect pub? It’s great ales, delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm welcome from a team that’s at the heart of everything we do.
The Inn Collection Group is a multi-award-winning pubs with rooms company, proudly located in some of the most outstanding destinations across the North of England and Wales. At ICG, we deliver exceptional hospitality by living and breathing our core values of respect, customer focused, warmth, , and honesty, all with the goal of Making People Happy.

How we say thank you!
• Celebrate your birthday with an extra paid holiday.
• Build your future with support from our Lead-Inn development program.
• Take the time you need to rest and recharge; Paid Breaks are on us.
• Enjoy 50% off food at any of our Inns
• Relax with a stay at any of our Inns during January, February, and March for just £1.
• Take advantage of the chance to explore our beautiful locations, with 1/3 off room bookings all year round.
• Experience a spontaneous trip away with £50 on same day bookings
• It’s not just for you—your loved ones can enjoy 15% off bed and breakfast too!
• 24/7 confidential support is always there when you need it with our Employee Assistance Programme
• Tronc (…that’s tips to me and you)
• Contribute to a company that gives back through our Give-inn back scheme
• Join an award-winning team recognised as the Best Pub Employer at the Publican Awards.

Next to the spectacular Swallow Falls on the Afon Llugwy, The Swallow Falls Inn, set to open in February 2025, offers the perfect base for exploring Snowdonia National Park. Located just two miles from Betws-y-Coed, this charming inn is surrounded by Gwydyr Forest and boasts 38 bedrooms and a 34-pitch campsite with glamping pods. With natural beauty, history, and adventure right on the doorstep, it’s an ideal spot to experience the majesty of the area.

You’ll Fit Right Inn

As Junior Sous Chef, you’ll play a key role in supporting the smooth operation of our kitchen, ensuring every dish reflects our high standards and showcases the best of fresh, quality ingredients. Working closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef, you’ll assist in maintaining consistency and excellence across all areas of the kitchen.

Your role combines hands-on cooking with supporting the team, ensuring service runs smoothly and efficiently. You’ll thrive in fast-paced environments, staying calm under pressure and meeting deadlines with precision. Your strong interpersonal skills will help you build great relationships with colleagues across the kitchen, front-of-house, and management teams.

In addition to cooking, you’ll assist with operational tasks such as stock control, supplier orders, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. You’ll step up to help lead the team when required, contributing to a seamless and enjoyable dining experience for our guests.

If you're passionate, eager to learn, and ready to contribute, we think you'll fit right inn…

In this role, Tele worked across multiple kitchen sections, gaining hands-on experience and sharpening her culinary abilities. Watch Tele's video to learn more.https://careers.inncollectiongroup.com/join-inn

This role comes with the added benefit of colleague accommodation - click the link to learn morehttps://careers.inncollectiongroup.com/live-inn