Sous Chef

De Vere Ltd.; Mortimer; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel and conference center in Mortimer is seeking a Sous Chef to support kitchen operations and develop new dishes. The role offers a competitive pay of £18.03 per hour along with benefits like gym access and paid time off for birthdays. Ideal candidates should have experience in a busy kitchen and passion for high culinary standards. Join a dynamic team in a vibrant setting!

Benefits

Free use of gym facilities

Paid holiday allowance

Employee assistance programmes

Flexible shift patterns

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a busy kitchen environment.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior chefs.
• Strong culinary skills with attention to hygiene and safety.

Responsibilities

• Support the Exec / Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Help create and develop new dishes and menus.
• Prepare, cook and present high-quality food within your section.

Skills

Experience in a similar role within a busy kitchen

Strong team player

Attention to detail

Job description

De Vere Wokefield Estateset in 250 acres of rural Berkshire parkland is home to a historic Mansion House filled with traditional features and the contemporary Wokefield Place that offers state of the art facilities. It has 376 bedrooms and suites, 39 meeting rooms with large event space and a high tech dedicated conference building, an 18-hole PGA approved championship golf course and leisure club. Benedict's Bar, The 1560 Restaurant, The View Restaurant and our Summerhouse are some of our amazing food and beverage options at Wokefield Estate: there really is something for everyone.

Your commute: just outside Reading, we're 10 minutes from J11 of the M4, with fast and direct trains from London Paddington to Reading Train station.

At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.

Sous Chef

Are you a Sous Chef ready to take the next step in your career?

Join our brigade at De Vere Wokefield Estate in Mortimer. With a strong focus on conferences and events, we offer buffet-style breakfasts and lunches, and a modern British menu served in our restaurant, bar, and lounge areas throughout the day.

In return this role offers £18.03 per hour and excellent benefits including free use of the gym facilities, time off over the Christmas period and a paid day off for your birthday in addition to your holidays!

You’ll work in a busy and hardworking team environment, where you’ll continually learn and develop.

As a Sous Chef you will:

• Support the Exec / Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations
• Help create and develop new dishes and menus
• Prepare, cook and present high-quality food within your section
• Assist with ordering and managing stock, while controlling costs
• Lead, train, and mentor junior chefs in the brigade
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, cleanliness and health & safety standards

What we look for in a Sous Chef:

• Experience in a similar role within a busy kitchen
• A strong team player who leads by example and stays calm under pressure
• Great attention to detail and consistently high standards

The Pay & Benefits:

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our colleagues.

That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Sous Chef.

• £18.03 per hour
• Varied shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle, we are 24/7 operation, meaning shift patterns to suit everyone
• Paid holiday allowance based on the hours that you work
• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
• Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships
• Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
• We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
• Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
• Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.