Sous Chef

LGH Hotels Management Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts on hotel stays

IHG employee room benefit programme

Shopping discounts (groceries, travel,

Eye care

Free legal & money advice

Counseling sessions

Hospital & death benefit plans

Cycle to work scheme

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Job summary

Holiday Inn Cambridge is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our culinary team. You will work closely with the Head Chef to deliver consistently high-quality food across the hotel and support menu delivery, quality, and presentation. The role requires leadership in the absence of the Head Chef and a calm, organised kitchen environment.

LGH Hotels Management Ltd offers a range of employee benefits. This is a full-time, on-site position at the Cambridge property with opportunities to develop

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or senior chef de partie.
• Ability to lead a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong focus on food quality, presentation and consistency.
• Solid knowledge of food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Take responsibility for the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Oversee food preparation to ensure high standards.
• Follow standard recipes and manage food cost control.
• Lead, guide and support the kitchen team during service.
• Ensure all safety and hygiene standards are followed.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Team leadership

Calm under pressure

Food safety standards

Job description

Holiday Inn Cambridge

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The Opportunity

We are seeking a talented and motivated Sous Chef to join our culinary team and play a key role in delivering consistently high‑quality food across the hotel.

Working closely with the Head Chef, you will help lead the kitchen team, bringing structure, calm and confidence to daily operations. You will support menu delivery, uphold quality and presentation standards, and ensure the kitchen runs smoothly, particularly in the Head Chef’s absence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in the day‑to‑day management of the kitchen operation
• Take responsibility for the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef
• Oversee food preparation to ensure dishes are cooked and presented to a consistently high standard
• Implement and follow standard recipes while maintaining food cost control
• Lead, guide and support the kitchen team during service
• Ensure all food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards are followed at all times
• Maintain a calm, organised and professional kitchen environment
• Encourage teamwork, high standards and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
• Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply).
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Who Is This Role For?

This Role Is Ideal For Someone Who

• Has experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie
• Enjoys supporting and leading a team in a busy kitchen environment
• Takes pride in food quality, consistency and presentation
• Works calmly and confidently under pressure
• Has a solid understanding of food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards
• Leads by example and supports the development of others
• Is organised, reliable and commercially aware

Hotel

The Holiday Inn Cambridge is perfectly situated by a serene lake in Impington, offering guests a peaceful retreat amidst rolling countryside while still being conveniently close to the heart of Cambridge. Just 2 miles from central Cambridge’s colleges, shops, museums, and theatres, the hotel features 100 luxurious bedrooms and a variety of dining options, including the Junction Restaurant and Bar, and the lobby lounge.

The hotel’s Academy conference centre boasts 10 meeting rooms, making it an ideal location for corporate events. Additionally, the extensive health and fitness club ensures guests can maintain their fitness routine during their stay. Our tranquil hotel truly feels like a home away from home

About Us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.