Sous Chef

Aimbridge; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Staff discounts

Assistance programme

Career breaks

Incentives

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA is seeking a Sous Chef for the Holiday Inn Restaurant, serving Turkish and brand menus to 250–350 guests nightly. You will lead kitchen operations, mentor junior chefs and ensure food hygiene and safety standards are consistently met.

Join a team that values growth, offers industry-leading training, staff discounts, and opportunities to advance within a global hospitality brand. This role is based at our Manchester location.

Qualifications

• Exceptional cooking skills and knowledge of ingredients, flavours and techniques.
• Ability to delegate tasks and manage a section under pressure.
• Commitment to a clean, hygienic kitchen and adherence to food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes across two menus (brand and Firin) for 250–350 guests per night.
• Train and mentor chef de parties and commis, supporting junior staff and the head chef.
• Uphold high standards of hygiene, monitor portions and waste to protect profit margins.

Skills

Cooking skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Food safety

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
• 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

A day in the life of...

As Sous Chef, your key responsibilities include preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes within your specialty. Working across two menu's in the Holiday Inn Restaurant including the brand menu aswell as the Firin Menu - serving traditional turkish food, prepared fresh! On average serving between 250-350 guests per night.

You are also responsible for managing and training any chef de parties or commis working with you, helping the junior sous chef and head chef 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.