Sous Chef

Select Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique hotel restaurant in Cambridge is seeking a Sous Chef to enhance their culinary team. The position offers a salary of up to £35,000 plus tips and includes free onsite accommodation. Ideal candidates will have a passion for fresh ingredients, high culinary standards, and the ability to mentor junior chefs. This role presents an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a picturesque setting, where work-life balance is prioritized.

Benefits

Free onsite accommodation

Performance-related bonus scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-quality dining environment.
• Ability to work with fresh ingredients.
• Passion for culinary arts and quality cuisine.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team by example and mentor junior chefs.
• Contribute to menu development focusing on seasonal cooking.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Mentoring junior team members

Creativity in menu development

High standards in food quality

Job description

Sous Chef Opportunity - Up to £35,000 + Tips + FREE ONSITE ACCOMMODATION
My client offers an exceptional Sous Chef position that combines culinary excellence with an enviable work-life balance in a stunning location.

This boutique hotel restaurant provides the perfect environment to advance your culinary career whilst enjoying the beauty of your surroundings.

With accommodation available and excellent career growth opportunities, this Sous Chef role presents a unique chance to develop your skills in an intimate, high-quality setting where your contributions will be truly valued and recognised.

This Sous Chef position allows you to showcase your culinary expertise working exclusively with fresh ingredients in a kitchen that prioritises quality over quantity. You'll have the opportunity to lead by example, mentor junior team members, and contribute to menu development in an environment that celebrates creativity and seasonal cooking.

The role would suit an ambitious chef who thrives in boutique settings and appreciates the opportunity to make a real impact on the dining experience. Your passion for fresh, quality ingredients and ability to maintain high standards will flourish in this Sous Chef position.

What makes this opportunity even more attractive:

• Salary up to £35,000 plus tips
• Accommodation available
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Excellent career progression opportunities

My client operates a boutique hotel restaurant that has built a reputation for exceptional dining experiences in one of the most picturesque locations you could imagine. The team is passionate about creating memorable experiences for guests whilst maintaining a supportive working environment that genuinely cares about staff wellbeing. Their commitment to work-life balance sets them apart in the hospitality industry, making this an ideal environment for a Sous Chef to thrive both professionally and personally.

If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary journey as a Sous Chef in this remarkable setting, I'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity further.