Senior Sous Chef - Nottingham

Rhubarb Hospitality Collection; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hospitality group in Nottingham is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their fine dining restaurant. The role involves assisting the Head Chef, coaching team members, and maintaining high culinary standards. The position offers a salary of up to £45K per annum, along with excellent career progression opportunities, ongoing training, and various employee benefits including discounts and recognition programs. Ideal candidates are passionate about elevated cuisine and fine dining.

Benefits

Consistent salary increase reviews

Ongoing training and management development

Discounts in selected locations

Corporate gym discount

Employee assistance programme

Electric car leasing scheme

Referral bonus

Cycle to work scheme

Employee recognition awards

Qualifications

• Experience in fine dining and elevated cuisine.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and inspire a kitchen team.
• High standard of culinary excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in running a fast-paced kitchen.
• Encourage and set high standards for the team.
• Support ongoing training and development of staff.

Job description

Senior Sous Chef - Nottingham

Oak View Group

About the Venue

At the heart of the Island Quarter is Cleaver and Wake, our flagship fine dining restaurant.

Cleaver and Wake offers a relaxed yet elegant dining experience without traditional white tablecloths or formal silver service, creating an atmosphere where guests can come not just for special occasions but to enjoy premium food in a comfortable setting.

Cleaver & Wake serves regularly changing lunch and dinner menus, and the venue also features an upstairs events space with panoramic city views, suitable for weddings, conferences, and private events for up to 200 guests.

Role Purpose

Fine Dining Sous Chef - Cleaver and Wake

• Contemporary British fine dining at the Island Quarter
• Up to 45K per annum, depending on experience
• Excellent career progression
• We are looking for an eager and enthusiastic Senior Sous Chef to join our talented team.

Calling all talented Sous Chefs in the world of fine dining and elevated cuisine! We are looking for a passionate individual to join our dynamic team, assisting our wonderful Head Chef in running a fast-paced and bustling kitchen.

As Senior Sous Chef, you'll have the opportunity to coach, mentor, and inspire our talented chefs.

We're seeking a Sous Chef who not only encourages excellence but also sets a high standard, serving as an aspirational role model for the team.

What We Offer

• Consistent salary increase reviews and excellent ongoing training and management development plan - with opportunities both on site and within future operations.
• Opportunity to progress and work across the wider Rhubarb and Oak View Group estate
• Discounts in selected locations
• Corporate gym discount
• Employee assistance programme
• Electric car leasing scheme.
• 300 refer a friend bonus.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee recognition, with monthly and yearly awards.
• ...and much more!

Our Inclusion Commitments

OVG is for everyone.

Diversity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Wherever you come from, wherever you are going, we'd love to hear from you. If you need any additional support or adjustments with your application, let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need.

Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work

If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the 'Eligibility to Work in the UK' requirements.

All candidates will receive a response.