Junior Sous Chef - Michelin Star Restaurant

Exclusive Hotels; Bagshot; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stays at all hotels discount

50% discount on F&B dining

Free meals on duty

On-site gym access

Free parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Hospitality Essentials discounts

Growth and internal movement within 1-

Exclusive Collection career growth

Job summary

The Latymer at Pennyhill Park in Bagshot, Surrey, part of Exclusive Collection, seeks a talented Junior Sous Chef to join our award-winning brigade. You will support the Head Chef and lead a section to consistently deliver dishes to Michelin-star standards in a fine dining environment.

We offer opportunities for growth within a world-class hospitality group that values sustainability, excellence and employee development.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-quality kitchens with fine dining exposure.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards.
• Leadership skills to guide, motivate and develop others.
• Calm under pressure with excellent organisational and communication abilities.

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 delivery of Michelin-star standard dishes.
• Maintain high standards of food preparation, presentation and cleanliness.
• Support and guide junior chefs, encouraging development and consistency.
• 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 service within a high-performance fine dining environment.

Skills

High-quality kitchens experience

Fine dining

Leadership

Food safety knowledge

Calm under pressure

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Job description

The Latymer at Pennyhill Park, Bagshot, Surrey

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.

We are looking for a talented Junior Sous Chef to join our award-winning brigade. Supporting the senior kitchen team, you'll play an important role in delivering outstanding dishes, maintaining exceptional standards and helping to develop the next generation of culinary talent.

At Pennyhill Park, we believe in rewarding our team for their passion and dedication. As our Junior Sous Chef, 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

Our Junior Sous Chef will:

• 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

You’ll be a talented and ambitious Junior Sous Chef with experience working in high-quality kitchens and a passion for delivering exceptional food in a fine dining environment. You’ll bring:

• Previous experience as a Junior Sous Chef, Senior Chef de Partie or Chef de Partie within a quality fine dining or luxury hospitality kitchen with experience working at Michelin star or multi rosette level.
• 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

Why Exclusive Collection?

We are a certified B Corp committed to sustainability, responsible business and creating a positive impact for our people, communities and environment. We foster a culture where talented individuals can thrive, develop and build rewarding careers.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all individuals with the right to work in the UK. Should you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

If you’re a talented and driven Junior Sous chef looking to take the next step in your career within a world-class culinary environment, we’d love to hear from you!