Sous Chef

Warner Hotels; Bourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious hotel as a Sous Chef, overseeing kitchen operations and ensuring high food safety standards. This role offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for career development, along with great benefits including discounts and potential live-in accommodation.

Benefits

Live-in accommodation available

Free gym and leisure facilities

60% discounted food onsite

Career development opportunities

20% discount for family and friends

Qualifications

• Experience managing orders and food stocks.
• Ability to create a culture of support.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing kitchen operations and training junior chefs.
• Ensuring adherence to food safety standards.
• Monitoring inventory levels and managing food costs.

Skills

Teamwork

Food Safety

Financial Knowledge

Adaptability

Job description

Sous Chef

Join our team at Thoresby Hall, part of the Warner Hotels Group. This 221-bedroom hotel features original architecture, a Great Hall with deep armchairs, and overlooks acres of classic parkland.

Salary: 30,000 - 35,000

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Sous Chef to join us at Warner Hotels.

What will I be doing?

• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring all stations are properly organised and prepared for service.
• Supervising and training junior chefs, promoting a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Ensuring food safety standards are always adhered to, including proper storage, handling, and cooking techniques.
• Monitoring inventory levels and managing food costs to meet financial targets.
• Supporting the Head Chef in maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and responding to guest feedback.

What are we looking for?

• A Sous Chef who understands the importance of working in a branded environment.
• You will have the ability to create a culture of support and actively encourage teamwork.
• Willingness to challenge if standards aren't meeting required levels.
• A chef with a passion for great food and service.

What skills do I need?

• Understanding the importance of working with a branded menu.
• Experience managing orders, food stocks, and forecasting against occupancy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly to changing requirements.
• Good financial knowledge with the ability to manage costs in line with the department's budget.

The benefits of working with us

• Potential live-in accommodation available.
• Free use of gym and leisure facilities.
• Free or 60% discounted food onsite.
• Access to numerous discounts and offers with many national brands and retailers.
• A real opportunity for career development through externally recognised qualifications, in addition to in-house training and development (Degree and Apprenticeship level).
• 20% discount for you, your family, and friends across our Bourne Leisure brands; Warner Hotels and Haven Holidays (including further discounted breaks within Warner for you, your family, and friends to use).

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities, and industries. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part-time or a job-share.

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