Sous Chef

TN United Kingdom; Irvine; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Sous Chef at a stunning resort in Irvine, where you will play a key role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences. This permanent full-time position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, overseeing kitchen operations, managing food safety, and ensuring high standards are maintained. With a competitive salary and numerous perks, including discounted stays at luxurious holiday resorts and access to training programs, this role is perfect for culinary professionals looking to advance their careers in the hospitality industry. Embrace the opportunity to be part of a fast-growing company that values its employees and encourages personal development.

Benefits

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Discounted staff breaks

Free use of resort facilities

Food discounts

Complimentary round of Golf

Discounts on spa treatments

Recruitment bonus

Employee sick pay

Compassionate leave pay

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar kitchen environment is preferred.
• Driving license is advantageous for easy travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily kitchen operations and oversee food preparation.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene regulations and manage stock.

Skills

Food Safety Level 3

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Education

Culinary Qualification

Job description

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We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our team at Dundonald Links in Irvine, Ayrshire. Fantastic competitive salary!

This is a permanent position to work full time hours.This will be40 hours across 5 days to include evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Flexibility is essential to suit the needs of the business.

Company overview:

Darwin Escapes has 26 amazing destinations across the United Kingdom, each of which has its own unique offering. Whether you are looking for a role in food and beverage, grounds, maintenance, housekeeping, entertainment or at a management level then the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you!

About The Role

Main responsibilities:

The successful Sous Chef will

· Assist the friendly team with the day to day running of the kitchen.

· Oversee portion control, waste management, food preparation and all procedures.

· Be responsible for stock rotation and ordering.

· Ensure that all menus and specials boards on display have the correct selling prices at all times.

· Be sure that food hygiene regulations are adhered to at all times and that the wider kitchen team follow these procedures.

Requirements:

Similar previous experience within a similar environment is preferred. We are looking for a Chef that has a qualification in Level 3 Food Safety. A driving licence and ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the resort.

What’s in it for you:

· Competitive rate of pay.

· Enhanced holiday entitlement (*with the option to cash in a number of holidays per year).

· Discounted staff breaks at our luxurious holiday resorts across the UK.

· Free use of all Darwin Escapes resort facilities including many of our free gyms and swimming pools.

· Food discount across all resorts.

· *Free complimentary round of Golf .

· Discounts on spa treatments.

· *Discounts on website ticket prices for Chester Zoo, the UK’s largest charity zoo.

· *'Introduce a friend' recruitment bonus.

· *Company employee sick pay.

· Compassionate leave pay.

· Employee Assistance Programme.

· Free access to the Darwin Academy training programme to help further your career and skill levels.

· Cycle to work scheme.

*Subject to terms and conditions

Skills Needed

About The Company

A Darwin Escape will always be the perfect destination.

A chance to unwind, power down or charge up! You’ll be all set to explore, seize adventure, dream bigger and let go of it all.

Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat in a picturesque rural setting, or a fun-packed family break in the heart of the action, we’ve got the perfect escape waiting for you.

Each of our locations are unique – no two are the same. We have lots of different accommodation, from luxury lodges complete with their own private hot tub, through to family-sized caravans and even treehouses. We want you to love your escape, so we are always striving for excellence.

All of our resorts are beautifully-maintained, with our award-winning facilities and stunning accommodation. Where you can relax and unwind or have an adventure filled holiday break away – make it your holiday, your way.

Company Culture

Start your career with one of the fastest growing companies in the UK holiday industry.

Darwin Escapes has 26 locations across the country, each with its own unique personality and offering, including luxurious lodge retreats, more family focused destinations and countryside tranquil locations. We offer something for everyone, from our holidays guests, holiday home owners to our valued staff.

No matter where you are in the country we are sure to have a resort near you. Whether you're down at the southern-most point of Cornwall or all the way up to Ayrshire in Scotland, and everywhere in between, we have the career for you!

If you're looking for a role in entertainment, food and beverage or at a management level the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you.

With a friendly and encouraging environment you can start your career at Darwin Escapes with lots of opportunities for progression or movement amongst locations.

Desired Criteria

• A driving licence and the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the resort

Required Criteria

• Right to Live and work in the UK
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Excellent customer service and strong communication skills
• We are looking for a Chef that has a qualification in Level 3 Food Safety