Sous Chef

Coniston Hotel Ltd; Coniston Cold; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading country estate and spa in the UK is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join their kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering exceptional meals, supporting the Head Chef, and maintaining high kitchen standards. Ideal for those with a passion for food and prior experience in a similar role, this position offers competitive pay and various employee benefits. This could be the perfect next step for Junior Sous Chefs looking for a challenge.

Benefits

£38,000 per annum

Training and Development allowance

Paid Break

28 days annual leave

NEST pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing development opportunities

Monthly and annual rewards

Discounts for Spa Treatments

Uniform provided

FREE on-site parking

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience as a Junior Sous chef or Senior Chef De Partie.
• Experience in a four-star hotel is desirable.
• Ability to prepare, cook, and present quality dishes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional food and service.
• Assist in creating menu items and developing dishes.
• Oversee kitchen maintenance and safety standards.

Skills

Passion for food

Proactive approach

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 2 catering qualification

Job description

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK.

Vaild Driving Licence preferred, due to location

Sous Chef

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our team our fantastic Kitchen Team at The Coniston Hotel Country Estate and Spa. As part of your role, you will be involved in creating memorable meals for our guests in our 1 Rosette Restaurant, whilst catering for other dining outlets, and preparing quality, seasonal food within the hotel such as Weddings, Conferences and functions. This position is ideal for an experienced Junior Sous Chef who is looking for their next challenge. You will be responsible for, preparing high-quality food that meets the Head Chef’s and the guest’s expectations, and ensuring that the kitchen is well-stocked and cleaned to a high standard.

To be successful as a Sous Chef, you should be someone who can keep a level head when working under pressure. The ideal candidate will be an excellent team player, willing to go the extra mile in pursuit of great food and exceptional service.

Reporting to: Head Chef & Senior Sous Chef

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

A Sous Chef will support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional food in our 1 Rosette Restaurant Krä providing exceptional food for our other dining outlets.

Eliminated:
• Preparing, cooking and presenting high quality assignments is removed—
• Preparing, cooking and presenting high quality dishes
• Assisting the Head Chef in creating menu items, and recipes and developing dishes.
• Preparing meat and fish.
• Assisting with the management of health and safety.
• Assisting with the management of food hygiene practices.
• Monitoring portion and waste control.
• Overseeing the maintenance of kitchen and food safety standards.
• Support in training and developing our current team
• Responsible for the kitchen when the Head Chef and Senior Sous chef are out of the business

PERSONentation SPECIFICATION

ESSENTIAL

• Must have a passion and love for food.
• Must be proactive, not reactive i.e. stopping issues before they happen, rather than putting them right after the event.
• NVQ Level 2 catering qualification.
• Previous experience as a Junior Sous chef or Senior Chef De Partie.

DESIREABLE

• Experience of საპ working as a Chef-de-Partie in a four-star hotel.
• Previous experience of working in a large AA* hotel.

Employee Benefits - What we can offer you

We value the commitment and loyalty of our colleagues and are delighted to offer жи་ a range of benefits to show our ongoing appreciation, benefits include:

• £38,000 per annum
• Training and Development allowance
• 30 Minute Paid Break
• 28 days ويو annual leave (including Bank Holidays), increasing with service - we value and celebrate long service.
• NEST pension scheme for all eligible employees.
• FREE Hospitality Action Employee Assistance Programme for all employees providing a range of specialist support services.
• Ongoing development, training and opportunities to progress.
• Regular rewards and recognition with monthly, annual and long service awards.
• Preferential membership fees for our award-winning Nàdarra Spa.
• 20% discount for Spa Treatments (on the same day), 10% discount on Gift Shop & Spa Retail (excluding sale items), Food & Beverage and Hotelَال Celebrations (excluding weddings) for you or your family to enjoy.
• Uniform provided
• FREE on-site parking.