Restaurant Sous Chef

Crieff Hydro Limited; Crieff; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a historic family-run hotel as a Sous Chef where you'll support kitchen operations and lead a team committed to exceptional Scottish cuisine. Enjoy a unique working environment nestled in a stunning 900-acre estate, with ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Friendly & Supportive Team

Career Progression Opportunities

Leadership Development Programme

Exclusive Discounts on Leisure & Hospitality

Live-in Accommodation Options

Free Meals on Shift

Wellbeing Support

Team Events & Annual Staff Party

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Junior Sous or Sous Chef in a busy kitchen.
• Strong leadership skills necessary.
• Desire to mentor and train kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing kitchen operations in Head Chef's absence.
• Develop standards and skills within the kitchen team.
• Ensure high quality of food presentation and taste.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Culinary Skills

Job description

Be part of the family...

We’re a family business through and through – family owned since 1868, family run and with a warm family welcome for guests and team alike. Our seven hotels are unique and set in three stunning Scottish locations. Some are big, some are small, but all offer fantastic food and drink, cozy beds and a wealth of things to do.

Crieff Hydro Hotel

In the heart of Scotland, we’re set in a 900 acre estate in stunning Perthshire. A home from home, we’ve been welcoming generations of families for 150 years. We have 215 hotel bedrooms, 55 self-catering lodges, 6 restaurants and over 60 onsite activities – including a spa, leisure center, horse-riding center and our famously exciting Action Glen. There really is something for everyone!

About the role

We’re looking for a people focussed, energetic Sous Chef to join our team. Our Restaurant and Hotel are steeped in tradition and we take pride in showcasing fabulous Scottish produce, lovingly prepared in the traditions of great British cooking, with a modern twist.

Reporting to our Head Chef, you’ll be responsible for helping develop standards and skills in the team to make sure they deliver a consistently high standard of food, which looks as great as it tastes.

What we need from you

As Sous Chef, you’ll have previous experience as Junior Sous or Sous in a busy kitchen. You’ll support the running of the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence, so you’ll have strong leadership skills and the desire to develop your team by working alongside them, coaching and training them.

What you’ll get from us

• A Friendly & Supportive Team– Work in afun, welcoming environmentwhere team spirit and well-being are a priority.
• Grow with Us– We invest in our people. Whether you’re looking todevelop new skillsor take thenext step in your career, we’ll support you every step of the way.
• Career Progression– With multiple hotels, departments, and roles, you’ll have plenty of opportunities togrow and explore new career paths.
• Leadership Development– Get access to ourBe A Leader programmeand develop the skills to take your career further.
• Exclusive Discounts– Enjoydiscounted leisure membership,30% off retail, 30% of food and drinks, plus great savings on hotel activities.
• Team Rate Hotel Stays– Take time to recharge withdiscounted staysat all of our hotels from just £30 per night - where will you explore next?
• Refer a friend initiative – earn a bonus up to £250-£500 for each successful team member or manager which you recommend to us.
• Guest mention incentive – earn an extra £5 for each guest review which positively mentions you.
• Live-in Accommodation– On-site housing may be available, withbills included, making your move stress-free.
• Free Meals on Shift– Stay fuelled and focused withdelicious staff mealswhile you work.
• Wellbeing Support– Access24/7 confidential supportvia theHealth Assured employee assistance programme, covering mental health, financial advice, and more.
• Team Events & Annual Staff Party– We love to celebrate our people! Enjoy team events throughout the year and alegendary annual staff party.

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Please note:This opportunitydoes not qualify for sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must have theright to work in the UK.