Sous Chef

LGH Hotels Management Ltd; Chester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious hotel as a Sous Chef, where you'll lead culinary operations, work closely with the Head Chef to create exceptional dining experiences, and inspire a talented kitchen team. This full-time role offers opportunities for growth in a high-volume environment, with a focus on culinary excellence and leadership.

Benefits

Employee discounts on hotel rates

Shopping discounts on various sectors

Health and wellness support

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong background in various cuisines and modern cooking techniques.
• Excellence in menu planning and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations in absence of Head Chef.
• Collaborate with Head Chef on menus and standards.
• Ensure dish quality and presentation meets high standards.

Skills

Culinary Excellence

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Creative Flair

Time Management

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The Queen at Chester Hotel, Premier Collection By Best Western

The Opportunity

Step Up as Our Sous Chef Superstar!

Are you a culinary maestro ready to take the next step in your career? We're on the lookout for a talented and experienced Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. If you have a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, this is the role for you!

What You'll Be Crafting

• Culinary Excellence: Work alongside our Head Chef to deliver outstanding menus that delight our guests.
• Leadership: Manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef, overseeing food preparation and ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection and beautifully presented.
• Recipe Implementation: Collaborate with the Head Chef to implement standard recipes and maintain food costs.
• High Standards: Ensure all dishes meet the highest quality standards, showcasing your attention to detail and creativity.
  
  

Why You'll Love This Role

• Be a Key Player: Play a vital role in the success of our hotel's culinary operations.
• Lead and Inspire: Lead a talented kitchen team, inspiring them to deliver exceptional food day after day.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities for personal and professional development in a high-volume operation.
• Make an Impact: Your creativity and passion for culinary excellence will help create unforgettable dining experiences for our guests.
  
  

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across our Best Western hotel portfolio.
• 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
  
  

Ideal Candidate

You would have several years of experience working in a similar role in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environment, and you would have a strong background in a variety of cuisines and be knowledgeable in modern cooking techniques and equipment.

You should have excellent organizational and time-management skills, as well as a proven ability to lead and manage a team. The ideal candidate should have experience in menu planning, cost control, and ordering supplies.

You should possess a creative flair and a passion for food, as well as an ability to work well under pressure while maintaining high-quality standards. The ideal candidate would also have excellent communication skills and be able to work collaboratively with other members of the kitchen team and front-of-house staff.

Hotel

Welcome to the original railway hotel. Since 1860, we’ve been creating wonderful experiences for discerning travellers. Situated at the gateway to Chester, we offer a stylish escape, a place to rest from your journey, and a luxurious, well-connected base to explore Chester and beyond.

Our hotel is renowned for its rich heritage and stunning public areas, where you can enjoy great food, afternoon teas, and signature cocktails. Don’t miss our hidden gem, the terrace, a tranquil oasis in the heart of the city.

Built opposite Chester station to serve first-class rail passengers, this hotel has an illustrious past. This magnificent brick and stucco Italianate building was considered the first skyscraper of its time. Since opening in 1860, it has hosted notable guests such as Charles Dickens, Cecil Rhodes, and Lillie Langtry.

All 218 bedrooms feature superfast Wi-Fi, a TV, and 24-hour room service. The hotel also offers 8 conference rooms, ideal for any event, meeting, or wedding.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitality

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