Lead Kitchen Hero: Creative Chef & Team Leader

RBH

Belfast City District

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 34,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotel room rates for you
An additional days leave for your生日
Enhanced Maternity, adoption & shared/
Course Sponsorship
30% F&B discount at RBH hotels
Refer a Friend scheme (earn £250)
Flexible working arrangements
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Social and wellness events
Free meals on duty

Job summary

RBH Hospitality Management is seeking a Sous Chef to join our hotel kitchen and act as the right-hand to the Head Chef. You will lead daily operations, ensure top-quality dishes, and mentor junior chefs in a fast-paced environment.

Join a dynamic team focused on creativity, seasonal menus, and high standards of hygiene and presentation. We offer flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

  • Experience in a fast-paced kitchen with a passion for great food.
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to develop the team.
  • Creativity and love for experimenting with new flavours.
  • Excellent organisational abilities for inventory and workflow.
  • Attentive to detail in presentation and quality.
  • Team player with a positive attitude to support the kitchen.
  • High energy and adaptability in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

  • Step up as the right-hand to the Head Chef, bringing creativity, precision, and passion to every dish that leaves the kitchen.
  • Take charge of daily kitchen operations, ensuring prep, cooking, and service run smoothly and efficiently.
  • Lead and inspire the kitchen team, sharing your culinary expertise, mentoring junior chefs, and creating a collaborative, upbeat environment.
  • Play a key role in menu development, experimenting with new flavours and seasonal ingredients to keep the offerings fresh and exciting.
  • Monitor inventory, oversee ordering, and manage stock levels, making sure the kitchen is always prepared for a flawless service.
  • Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and consistency, ensuring every dish meets our top-notch expectations.
  • Uphold rigorous hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards, creating a safe and organised workspace for the whole team.

Skills

Strong leadership
Creativity
Organisational abilities
Attention to detail
Team player
High energy
Adaptability

Job description

RBH Hospitality Management is seeking a Sous Chef to join our hotel kitchen and act as the right-hand to the Head Chef. You will lead daily operations, ensure top-quality dishes, and mentor junior chefs in a fast-paced environment.

Join a dynamic team focused on creativity, seasonal menus, and high standards of hygiene and presentation. We offer flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package.

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