Sous Chef

Aimbridge; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & leadership development

Hotel discounts

Staff meals on duty

Gym access

Free staff parking

Flexible working opportunities

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA is hiring a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and deliver high-quality dishes in a busy hotel environment. You will oversee the team, develop menus, and ensure food hygiene and safety standards are met.

The role emphasizes profit-aware cooking, portion control, and collaboration with the operations manager to elevate the guest dining experience.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking ability and knowledge of ingredients, flavours, and techniques.
• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Capable of delegating tasks and supervising a team.
• Maintain clean, hygienic kitchen operations and comply with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes within your specialty.
• Manage the kitchen and chefs, supporting the operations manager.
• Develop new dishes and menus while maintaining high hygiene standards.
• Monitor portions and waste to protect profit margins.

Skills

Cooking skills

Under pressure

Delegation

Organization

Hygiene

Profit awareness

Job description

Who are we?

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We’re passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our “people first” approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

What is in it for you?

As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include

• Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
• Hotel discounts portfolio wide – Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Access to Stream - Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Career and lifestyle breaks – Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
• Uncapped incentives to reward you for your contributions
• Flexible working opportunities
• Staff meals on duty
• Access to hotel gym facilities
• Free staff parking

A day in the life of…

As Sous Chef, your key responsibilities include preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes within your specialty. You are also responsible for managing the kitchen and the chefs working with you, helping the operations manager to develop new dishes and menus, and ensuring that you and your team maintain high standards of food hygiene and follow health and safety regulations. Additionally, monitoring portion and waste control to maintain profit margins is a crucial part of your role. By fulfilling these responsibilities, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the success of the kitchen and all hotel food and beverage operations.

What do we need from you?

• To be a successful in this role, you'll need great cooking skills and a deep understanding of different ingredients, flavors, and cooking techniques.
• You also need to have a cool head and be able to work well under pressure. Additionally, you must have the ability to delegate tasks appropriately to your team members and have strong organisational skills to manage your section effectively.
• A commitment to maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment, including adherence to food safety regulations and proper use of kitchen equipment and cleaning products.
• An understanding of profit margins is essential to ensure that the kitchen runs efficiently and profitably, allowing you to excel in your role and contribute to the success of the kitchen and restaurant.

Most importantly, to be successful in this role you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards

At Aimbridge we offer a place for you to grow, succeed and belong. If you’re ready, it’s time to open your door to what’s possible just a few clicks away… Come on in, we’d love to welcome you to our inclusive team shaping the future of hospitality.