Sous Chef

Burnham Beeches Hotel; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company events

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Employee discount

Free parking

On-site parking

Job summary

Burnham Beeches Hotel in Buckinghamshire is seeking a highly skilled Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. The ideal candidate will assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and delivering exceptional food and service.

You will supervise kitchen staff, oversee food safety standards, and coordinate with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service during busy periods. This paid position offers an opportunity to develop your culinary career within a reputable hospitality

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a professional kitchen setting.
• Extensive background in food production, preparation, and cooking techniques.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and best practices in hygiene management.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure during peak hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, including food preparation and production.
• Supervise and support kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality food delivery.
• Oversee food safety standards and ensure compliance with health and hygiene regulations.
• Lead by example in food presentation, cooking techniques, and customer service practices.
• Coordinate with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service during busy periods.
• Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and minimise waste.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff to develop their skills and knowledge.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen environment at all times.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Food safety

Food production

Organisational skills

Job description

We aren’t interested in creating a workforce, we build a community at our hotels.

Join an exceptional team of hospitality heroes here at our wonderful hotel, Burnham Beeches.

We are passionate about ensuring a memorable stay for our guests and strive to ensure personal service, commitment, and individuality are at the heart of all we do.

Burnham Beeches Hotel is a 4-star hotel Georgian Hotel hidden amongst 10 acres of beautiful gardens in the Buckinghamshire countryside. The hotel boasts 82 bedrooms, a leisure club, extensive conference and banqueting facilities and a restaurant.

The hotel is busy throughout the year, with a focus on hosting both leisure and corporate guests for a variety of events. From private family functions, engagement parties, baby showers and weddings to product launches, conferences, board meetings, away days and more, we deliver a little stately service, with a lot of personality.

Burnham Beeches Hotel just completed a beautiful transformation! Refreshments took place across the hotel from our suites and bedrooms in the original Manor House through to the Reception and other public areas, staying in keeping with the Manor House's fantastic heritage and historical features.

It is a fantastic time to join the hotel community and bring your own ideas, expertise, and experience whilst driving hotel business and performance.

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, extensive kitchen experience, and a passion for delivering exceptional food and service. As a vital part of our kitchen management, the Sous Chef will assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily operations, ensuring food quality, and maintaining high standards of safety and hygiene. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary career within a reputable hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, including food preparation and production.
• Supervise and support kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality food delivery.
• Oversee food safety standards and ensure compliance with health and hygiene regulations.
• Lead by example in food presentation, cooking techniques, and customer service practices.
• Coordinate with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service during busy periods.
• Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and minimise waste.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff to develop their skills and knowledge.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen environment at all times.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a professional kitchen setting.
• Extensive background in food production, preparation, and cooking techniques.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and best practices in hygiene management.
• Previous restaurant or hospitality experience is highly desirable.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure during peak hours.
• A genuine passion for culinary arts and delivering outstanding customer experiences. This position offers an excellent platform for career progression within the hospitality industry for candidates who demonstrate dedication, creativity, and leadership qualities.

Please note:

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of the eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

The Immersive Hospitality Management is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (Protected Characteristics in line with the Equality act 2010).

Benefits

• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location

In person

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as we do not provide visa sponsorship.