Sous Chef

TN United Kingdom; Ashford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious and luxurious brand focused on wellness and wellbeing. As a key member of the kitchen team, you will assist the Head Chef in delivering outstanding dishes while managing staff and maintaining high standards. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a healthy eating philosophy in a supportive environment. Enjoy various benefits, including wellness incentives and discounted stays at our hotels. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and team leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health and wellness incentives

Champneys experiences

In-house social media

Motivating colleague events

Discounted stays at hotels

Complimentary Spa Day

50% discount on products

Discounts on partner products

Discounted health club memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-end kitchen environment with a focus on wellness.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations and staff.
• Support menu development with a focus on healthy eating.

Skills

Team Management

Menu Development

Food Safety Compliance

Staff Training

Education

Culinary Arts Diploma

Food Safety Certification

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

People System Software

Job description

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Contract: Full Time
Salary: £38,000 plus service charge and retention bonus

As the prestigious and luxurious brand that we are, we are focused on wellness and wellbeing, and our delicious food offering reflects this. Our kitchen brigades are creative, imaginative, and have a desire to provide outstanding, wholesome dishes to our guests.

Your main responsibility will be assisting the Head Chef in the management and running of the kitchen, ensuring your team stays motivated and all food is prepared to the highest standards.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Supporting menu development and design, taking into account the nutritional requirements of Champneys' healthy eating cuisine.
• Supporting the Head Chef in recruiting, managing, training, and evaluating all kitchen staff to meet Champneys' high standards.
• Taking responsibility for managing and running the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef, including supervising staff.
• Updating the People System regarding daily hours worked by staff and completing rotas as instructed in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Responsible for the preparation and presentation of buffets and menu items.
• Maintaining and improving service standards and operating procedures to ensure maximum guest satisfaction.
• Gaining a working knowledge of the Champneys healthy eating philosophy and ensuring staff are trained and this philosophy is implemented in the department.
• Maintaining a high level of cleanliness in the kitchen, ensuring compliance with legislative standards.
• Ordering food items for all outlets, checking prices, quality, and quantity, and ensuring the use of nominated suppliers.
• Controlling departmental food costs and minimizing wastage.

Being part of the iconic wellbeing brand, you can expect benefits that align with our vision to make you feel happier and healthier inside and out.

Not only will you work in great company, but you will also have access to:

• Health, wellness, and wellbeing incentives
• Champneys experiences (such as overnight stays or spa days)
• App technology for essential forms
• In-house social media connecting the Champneys Family
• Motivating, rewarding, and engaging colleague events
• Discounted stays at our hotels or resorts for you, friends, and family
• Complimentary Spa Day after probation
• 50% discount on Champneys products
• Discounts on partner products like Elemis and Clarins
• Discounted health club memberships