Sous Chef

Aimbridge; Bondend; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wagestream access

Employee assistance programme

Hotel discounts across our portfolio

Meals on duty

Free parking

Access to hotel gym facilities

Live-in accommodation where available

Training and leadership development

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA is seeking a talented chef to join our busy hotel kitchen. The role suits an experienced Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie ready for the next step.

You will lead a section, deliver top-quality dishes and help shape menus while ensuring food safety and cost controls are maintained. You'll coach junior chefs, drive teamwork and contribute to a positive kitchen culture under the Head Chef and leadership team.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume kitchen environments.
• Ability to coach and develop junior chefs.
• Understanding of portion control and waste management.
• Strong hygiene and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Own your section and ensure dishes are prepared, cooked and presented to high standards.
• Support development of junior chefs within the brigade.
• Collaborate with Head Chef on menus and dish ideas.
• Maintain food safety, cleanliness and compliance.
• Manage waste, portions and kitchen efficiency to support profitability.

Skills

Strong cooking skills

Leadership

Team management

Food safety

Organisation

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your culinary career, joining a busy hotel kitchen where you'll have the chance to develop your skills, support others and help deliver exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

The Role

This opportunity could suit either an experienced Sous Chef looking for their next challenge or a Senior Chef de Partie ready to take the next step in their career.

Working as part of a talented kitchen team, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality food experiences across the hotel. You'll take ownership of your section, ensuring dishes are prepared, cooked and presented to the highest standards while maintaining consistency during both busy services and quieter periods.

You'll support the development of junior chefs within the brigade, sharing knowledge, providing guidance and helping to create a positive team culture. Working closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen leadership team, you'll contribute ideas for menus and new dishes whilst ensuring food safety, cleanliness and compliance standards are maintained at all times.

You'll also understand the importance of managing waste, controlling portions and operating efficiently to support the commercial success of the kitchen.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is passionate about food and takes pride in delivering quality in every dish. You'll have strong cooking skills, a good understanding of ingredients and techniques, and the confidence to perform in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.

You'll be organised, reliable and able to remain calm under pressure whilst supporting and motivating those around you. Whether you're leading a section, coaching junior team members or working alongside colleagues during a busy service, you'll bring a positive and collaborative approach to everything you do.

Experience of maintaining high food safety and hygiene standards is essential, as is an appreciation of the commercial side of kitchen operations, including waste management and profitability.

Above all, you'll share our passion for creating exceptional guest experiences and delivering the standards our guests expect every time they visit.

What You Can Expect From Us

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and lifestyle. These include industry-leading training and leadership development opportunities, hotel discounts across our portfolio, and savings of up to 50% on food, drink and spa facilities.

You'll also have access to Wagestream, giving you the flexibility to access earned pay before payday and helping you build healthier financial habits. Additional benefits include our Employee Assistance Programme, career and lifestyle breaks, flexible working opportunities, meals on duty, free parking, access to hotel gym facilities and live‑in accommodation where available.

Most importantly, you'll be joining a business committed to helping you grow your career in hospitality.

Ready for Your Next Chapter?

At Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA, we offer more than just a job. We offer a place where you can grow, develop your skills and build a rewarding career in hospitality.

If you're ready to take the next step, we'd love to hear from you. Come and be part of a team that's shaping the future of hospitality, one guest experience at a time.