Senior Sous Chef: Lead Creative Kitchen in High-Volume Hotel

Richmond Harbour Hotel; England; Presencial; GBP 38.000 - 46.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Parking on site

Harbour Hotels uniform

Complimentary meals whilst on duty

Excellent career progression acrossHar

Descripción de la vacante

Harbour Hotels is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. You will work closely with the Head Chef, leading and inspiring the team while maintaining top standards of quality, consistency and presentation across busy service periods.

We value creativity, hands-on leadership, and a passion for fresh ingredients. The role includes developing menus and mentoring junior chefs, with excellent career progression opportunities within Harbour Hotels Group.

Formación

• Minimum of two years' experience at Junior Sous Chef or Sous Chef level in high-volume, quality-focused kitchen.
• Strong leadership and the ability to run a busy kitchen independently.
• Passion for fresh food and quality ingredients, delivering exceptional dining experiences.
• Solid knowledge of food cost management and achieving FCOS targets.
• Good understanding of current food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
• Proactive, positive attitude and drive to develop yourself and others.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee daily kitchen operations with the Head Chef to ensure smooth service.
• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team, fostering a positive, collaborative environment.
• Take responsibility for running the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Maintain high standards of food preparation, presentation and consistency.
• Monitor food costs, stock control and wastage to meet financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and safety legislation, including risk assessments.
• Assist with menu development and bring fresh ideas and quality ingredients.
• Support training and development of junior chefs.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team management

Food cost management

Food hygiene knowledge

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Descripción del empleo

Harbour Hotels is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. You will work closely with the Head Chef, leading and inspiring the team while maintaining top standards of quality, consistency and presentation across busy service periods.

We value creativity, hands-on leadership, and a passion for fresh ingredients. The role includes developing menus and mentoring junior chefs, with excellent career progression opportunities within Harbour Hotels Group.