Sous Chef

First Contact Chefs; Egham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning hotel in Egham seeks an exceptional Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team. This permanent position offers a 4-day workweek and a range of benefits including overnight stays, discounts, and more. Successful candidates will have relevant experience, qualifications, and the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Complimentary overnight stays with breakfast

50% F&B discount at selected restaurants

Generous employee introductory schemes

Team awards and incentive schemes

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Complimentary uniform laundering

Complimentary meals on duty

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role and environment.
• Hands-on experience with fresh produce.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in running the kitchen and achieving food quality.
• Plan day-to-day kitchen operations.

Skills

Team Player

Cost Control

Training and Coaching

Ordering Systems

Education

City & Guilds 7061/7062

NVQ Level 2/3

Hygiene Certificate

Job description

This award-winning, stunning hotel is looking for an exceptional and accomplished Sous Chef to join and help lead the kitchen team.

As Sous Chef, you will assist the Head Chef in running the kitchen, enabling the team to achieve the highest levels of food quality, standards, and service at all times — and enjoy a 4-day workweek!

Main duties of this Sous Chef role include:

1. Act as a deputy with all responsibilities as required
2. Maintain a clean, tidy, and organized environment at all times
3. Plan the day-to-day running of all kitchen sections to meet service standards
4. Control operating costs with the aid of the Head Chef, including food ordering and stock management
5. Assist with and produce accurate stock takes
6. Conduct quality checks on stock, produce, and dishes; provide training and product knowledge to develop the team
7. Respond flexibly to business and client needs, offering guidance and support to colleagues in difficult situations
8. Manage rotas according to business levels
9. Ensure daily food preparation meets recipes, specifications, and quality standards
10. Attend relevant meetings to stay informed about hotel operations

Requirements for this role include:

• Previous experience in a similar role and environment
• Relevant qualifications such as City & Guilds 7061/7062 or NVQ Level 2/3
• Experience with ordering systems and cost control
• Hands-on team player with experience in training and coaching

Benefits include:

• Complimentary overnight stays with breakfast
• 50% F&B discount at selected restaurants worldwide within the group
• Generous employee introductory schemes
• Team awards and incentive schemes
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance cover
• Complimentary uniform laundering
• Complimentary meals on duty

Applicants must:

• Have a stable CV with excellent references
• Be experienced with fresh produce
• Possess NVQ Level 1 and 2 or equivalent, and a hygiene certificate
• Be working or residing in the UK, with proof of right to work (UK/EU citizenship, ILR/PR, or valid visa with at least 2 years remaining)

To apply, send your most recent CV and feel free to contact us for more information.

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This is a permanent position. All candidates should have a stable CV, excellent references, and experience with fresh produce. Documentation proving eligibility to work in the UK will be required.

We appreciate your interest; only candidates matching the criteria will be contacted within 72 hours. If you do not hear from us, your application was unsuccessful.

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