Sous Chef

De Vere Ltd.; Chesham; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company in Chesham is seeking a Sous Chef to support kitchen operations and help develop the menu. The ideal candidate must have prior kitchen experience, strong team leadership skills, and the ability to maintain high standards under pressure. This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 and excellent benefits, including gym access, holiday perks, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

£40,000 per year

31 days holiday (increasing annually up to 33 days)

Extra paid day off for your birthday

Annual complimentary 2-night stay

50% discount on Food & Beverage

Employee Assistance Programme

Company Life Assurance scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a busy kitchen.
• Strong team player who leads by example and stays calm under pressure.
• Great attention to detail and consistently high standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Exec / Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Help create and develop new dishes and menus.
• Prepare, cook and present high-quality food within your section.
• Assist with ordering and managing stock, while controlling costs.
• Lead, train, and mentor junior chefs in the brigade.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, cleanliness and health & safety standards.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

De Vere Latimer Estatehas 205 bedrooms, 27 meeting and event spaces plus 30 acres of land for team building, a restaurant, bar, gym and swimming pool. Our teams at Latimer Estate know how to have fun at work whilst working hard to put our guests at the heart of everything they do. So we regularly say thank you to our colleagues: ice creams in hot weather, afternoon tea treats and Easter family parties are just some of the ways we show our appreciation.

Your Commute: we're just 5 minutes from J18 of the M25, but we are also close to public transport in the surrounding area, including Chalfont and Latimer station, making us accessible from Hemel Hempstead, Watford and High Wycombe.

At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.

Sous Chef

Are you a Sous Chef ready to take the next step in your career?

Join our brigade at De Vere Latimer Estate in Chesham. With a strong focus on conferences and events, we offer buffet-style breakfasts and lunches, and a modern British menu served in our restaurant, bar, and lounge areas throughout the day.

In return this role offers £40,000 per year and excellent benefits including free use of the gym facilities, a complimentary 2 night stay with us every year plus additional stays for £50 per room, time off over the Christmas period and a paid day off for your birthday in addition to your holidays!

You’ll work in a busy and hardworking team environment, where you’ll continually learn and develop, and have the opportunity to join our Level 4 Chef Apprenticeship.

As a Sous Chef you will:

• Support the Exec / Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations
• Help create and develop new dishes and menus
• Prepare, cook and present high-quality food within your section
• Assist with ordering and managing stock, while controlling costs
• Lead, train, and mentor junior chefs in the brigade
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, cleanliness and health & safety standards

What we look for in a Sous Chef:

• Experience in a similar role within a busy kitchen
• A strong team player who leads by example and stays calm under pressure
• Great attention to detail and consistently high standards

The Pay & Benefits:

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues.

That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Sous Chef.

• £40,000per year based on 40 hours per week
• 31 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
• We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
• As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones.
• Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
• Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
• We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
• Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
• Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.