Lead Sous Chef: Creative Kitchen Leader & Growth Driver

Aimbridge; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Hotel discounts

Staff meals

Free parking

Gym access

Career progression

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA is seeking a skilled Sous Chef for Holiday Inn Bournemouth to lead a busy kitchen, support the Head Chef, and help drive menu development while maintaining top quality and profitability.

You will mentor junior chefs, ensure food safety, stock control and collaborate with hotel teams to deliver memorable guest experiences. This role offers hands-on leadership with clear career development in a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen and strong leadership skills.
• Proven ability to manage a busy kitchen during service.
• Knowledge of food safety and kitchen controls.
• Ability to drive menu development and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front during busy shifts, coaching junior chefs.
• Ensure consistency of dishes and high standards across services.
• Oversee menu development, stock control and food safety compliance.
• Collaborate with Head Chef to drive kitchen performance and profitability.
• Support guest experiences through quality culinary execution.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Stock control

Food safety

Kitchen management

Coaching juniors

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA is seeking a skilled Sous Chef for Holiday Inn Bournemouth to lead a busy kitchen, support the Head Chef, and help drive menu development while maintaining top quality and profitability.

You will mentor junior chefs, ensure food safety, stock control and collaborate with hotel teams to deliver memorable guest experiences. This role offers hands-on leadership with clear career development in a supportive culture.