Sous Chef

RBH; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join RBH as a Sous Chef at the Aberdeen Altens Hotel, one of Scotland's premier hospitality establishments. You'll lead kitchen operations, mentor junior staff, and bring creative menus to life while working in a dynamic environment. Benefit from a people-first culture and a package that values your contribution.

Benefits

Discounted hotel room rates

Extra days holiday for your birthday

Flexible working arrangements

Pension plan

Free meals on duty

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Ability to manage various sections of the kitchen.
• Understanding of health & safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations and assist the Head Chef.
• Prepare and serve dishes while supervising junior staff.
• Conduct training and audits to ensure compliance.

Skills

Team player

Flexibility

Passion for food

Quality control

Kitchen standards

Job description

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At RBH we believe our people are our biggest assets and understand the value in putting them first. Our approach to diversity in the workplace, health & wellbeing, sustainability, and individuality sets us apart from our competitors and is one of the reasons we are rated Top 30 Best Places to Work in Hospitality! We are passionate about the industry and always on the lookout for new talent to join us on our journey...

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SOUS CHEF AT THE ABERDEEN ALTENS HOTEL

What you'll be doing...

Reporting to the Head Chef , you can expect your working day to include the following duties.

• Assisting the Head Chef in managing the kitchen operations and deputising in their absence.
• Prepares and serves a range of dishes, whilst supervising junior members of the Kitchen team.
• You will assist the Head Chef to create and develop all our menus ensuring they are creative and seasonal. Including special event menu development and prepare allergen charts for all menus.
• Manage measures to control payroll and food cost.
• Assist with regular internal self-audit to comply with Fire, Health & safety, and Food Hygiene.
• Assist with purchasing and stock control.
• Assist with training and coaching the kitchen team. Prepare staff rotas. Conduct regular trainings and reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure quality of product and service.
• Effectively communicate with F&B and the Sales Team to ensure seamless day to day operations.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

To succeed in the role of Sous Chef you will need the following qualities and skills.

• The ability to adhering to the company’s rules and regulations on policies and procedures relating to fire, hygiene, health & safety, and licensing regulations
• The ability to manage various sections of the kitchen, whilst ensuring health & safety standards are met
• To be flexible in your approach, and able to assist the Head Chef and any other members of the kitchen brigade when required
• A team player who thrives in the hustle and bustle of a busy kitchen department
• Someone who is passionate about food and willing to learn
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• An understanding of quality control and kitchen standards

WHAT WE OFFER

You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people and enhances our overall culture...

• Discounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & family
• Extra days holiday for your birthday
• Flexible working arrangements
• Pension
• Free meals on duty saving you over £1000 per year

To learn more about our full benefits package, to watch our employee benefits video.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

RBH Hospitality Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please contact .

#LifeatRBH

• Job Ref RBH14331
• Salary/Benefits Dependant on experience
• Contract type Permanent
• Hours Full Time
• Shift pattern As per business needs
• Date posted 18/06/2024

A 4-star contemporary hotel with 216 bedrooms, The Aberdeen Altens Hotel is just three miles south of the Granite City and is one of the most popular business and conference centres in the area.

Guests can enjoy a warm and friendly welcome, complemented by impeccable service. The hotel offers superb food from in contemporary restaurant and delicious light bites and bar snacks in the Cairngorm Bar. The hotel also features a health and leisure club, which is equipped with an indoor pool, spa pool, steam room and gym.