Sous Chef

Crerar Hotels Group; Inverurie; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wagestream

YuLife

Echo

Career Development

Employee rewards

Exclusive Discounts

Locations

Job summary

Crerar Hotels in Scotland and the Lake District is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering high standards of food and service.

You will lead and train the kitchen team, assist with menu development, monitor portion control, waste, and stock to ensure profitability while maintaining quality and safety in a fast-paced environment. Flexible shifts and a commitment to hygiene are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen.
• Proven leadership of kitchen teams.
• Commitment to high hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef to uphold high kitchen standards.
• Inspire and train the kitchen team.
• Assist with menu creation and dishes.
• Monitor portions, waste, and stock for profitability.
• Ensure health and safety compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Food Safety

Leadership

Team Management

Tools

HACCP

Job description

Join Crerar Hotels – Where Passion Meets Hospitality!

Are you looking for a rewarding career in hospitality? At Crerar Hotels, we believe in creating unforgettable experiences for our guests – and that starts with YOU! Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, we have fantastic opportunities across our stunning hotels in Scotland and in the Lake District.

As a Sous Chef at Crerar Hotels, you will play a key role in supporting the Head Chef to uphold and elevate our kitchen’s high standards. With your experience and energy, you’ll help inspire the kitchen team to deliver exceptional food consistently, even in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Your passion for food will shine through in every aspect of your role, from food preparation to the creation of new dishes and menus. You’ll also provide leadership and guidance to the team, offering training and development to ensure continuous improvement. Adhering to the highest food hygiene standards, you’ll ensure strict compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a clean, organised kitchen. In collaboration with the Head Chef, you’ll monitor portion control, manage waste, and maintain stock control, ensuring profitability while upholding the quality our guests expect. Flexible working hours, including early, late, and split shifts, will be required to meet the needs of the role.

Why Work with Us?

At Crerar Hotels, we truly value our team, and that’s why we offer:

• Wagestream – Get instant access to your earned wages when you need them.
• YuLife – Enjoy health and well-being rewards, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and Virtual GP appointments.
• Echo – Our brand-new communications platform keeps you connected and engaged.
• Career Development – We invest in our people with fantastic training and progression opportunities.
• Employee recognition and reward scheme – celebrating anniversaries from 1 year onwards with incredible awards, vouchers and extra holiday days.
• Exclusive Discounts – Stay, dine, and relax at our beautiful hotels at special team rates.
• Work in Breathtaking Locations – From the Scottish Highlands to coastal escapes, our hotels are truly spectacular!

Be Part of Something Special.

Come and join a team that cares about its people and delivers amazing experiences every day.