Sous Chef

Celtic Manor Resort; Newport; Sur place; GBP 29 000 - 31 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Career development

Discounts across hotels/restaurants

Free virtual GP

NEST pension

Wellbeing helpline

Résumé du poste

Celtic Manor Resort in Newport is seeking an experienced Sous Chef for The Grill to support leadership in a fast-paced kitchen. You will help maintain high food standards and deliver memorable dining experiences.

The role requires NVQ Level 3, HACCP knowledge, and at least three years' experience in 4- or 5-star hotel or reputable restaurant. You will lead a team, manage stock, and help control food costs, while upholding safety.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery or equivalent qualification.
• Strong understanding of menu planning and menu costing.
• Excellent knowledge of HACCP procedures and foodsafety standards.
• Minimum of three years' experience within a 4- or 5-star hotel or reputable restaurant environment, ideally with at least one AA Rosette.
• Experience leading and developing a team of five or more kitchen staff.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to perform under pressure.
• Passion for delivering exceptional food and guest experiences.

Responsabilités

• Implement the kitchen philosophy and support day-to-day management of a busy operation.
• Lead, motivate and develop a team of chefs and kitchen staff.
• Manage food orders, receive stock and store it correctly.
• Collaborate with Restaurant and Banqueting Managers for smooth service delivery.
• Assist with food cost control, menu planning and kitchen efficiency.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and HACCP compliance.
• Monitor food quality and presentation for consistency and excellence.
• Minimise waste and promote sustainable practices.
• Gather feedback from guests and colleagues to continually improve the dining experience.

Connaissances

Menu planning

HACCP knowledge

Food safety

Leadership

Organisational skills

Formation

NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery

Food Hygiene Level 2

Description du poste

Job Title:SousChef
Department:Culinary
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £14.18 per hour, plus service charge and excellent companybenefits
Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7
Location: Celtic Manor Resort, Newport, NP18 1HQ

Be Part ofthe Greatest Story in Hospitality

Are you apassionate and experienced chef ready to take the next step in your culinarycareer? We are lookingfor a talented Sous Chef to join the team at The Grill, one ofthe Celtic Manor Resort's most popular dining destinations. Renowned forexceptional food, outstanding service and a vibrant dining experience, TheGrill offers the perfect environment for a chef who thrives in a fast-paced,high-quality kitchen. As Sous Chef,you'll play a key role in supporting the leadership of the kitchen team,maintaining exceptional food standards and helping to deliver memorableexperiences for our guests every day.

What You'll Be Doing

• Implementingour "Yes, We Can" philosophy, you will:
• Support the day-to-day management of a busy kitchenoperation
• Lead, motivate and develop a team of chefs andkitchen staff
• Order food items and ensure stock is received,checked and stored correctly
• Work closely with Restaurant and BanquetingManagers to ensure smooth service delivery
• Help manage food costs, menu planning and kitchenefficiency
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety,hygiene and HACCP compliance
• Monitor food quality and presentation to ensureconsistency and excellence
• Minimise waste and promote sustainable workingpractices
• Gather feedback from guests and colleagues tocontinually improve the dining experience

What We'reLooking For

• Our idealcandidate will have:
• NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery or equivalentqualification
• A strong understanding of menu planning and menucosting
• Excellent knowledge of HACCP procedures and foodsafety standards
• A minimum of three years' experience within a 4 or5-star hotel or reputable restaurant environment, ideally with at leastone AA Rosette
• Previous experience leading and developing a teamof five or more kitchen team members
• Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification
• Strong organisational skills and the ability toperform under pressure
• A passion for delivering exceptional food and guestexperiences

Why Join TheCeltic Collection?

• As one of ourHospitality Heroes, you'll enjoy a range of fantastic benefits including:
• Access to career development and trainingopportunities from day one
• Discounts across our hotels, restaurants and bars
• Discounted leisure club membership
• Free virtual GP service
• 24/7 wellbeing helpline
• NEST pension scheme
• Social Club and colleague events
• Staff recognition and appreciation programmes
• Monthly and annual awards celebrating outstandingperformance

Grow With Us

• At The CelticCollection, we want every colleague to feel:
• Equipped, trained and supported to do the best jobthey can
• Proud to be part of our team and happy to recommendus to others
• Included within a friendly, positive and supportiveenvironment
• Encouraged to learn, develop and progress theircareer
• Recognised and appreciated for their contribution
• Valued for their ideas and empowered to make adifference
• Connected to our vision and able to contribute toour success every day

About TheCeltic Collection

The CelticCollection is a prestigious portfolio of unique hotels and venues, includingthe world-famous Celtic Manor Resort. From luxury hospitality and award-winningdining to outstanding events and leisure experiences, we are passionateaboutcreating unforgettable moments for our guests while providing rewarding careersfor our colleagues.

RecruitmentInformation

In the eventthat we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to closethis vacancy early. Applicants musthave the legal right to live and work in the UK. Evidence of eligibility willbe required during the recruitment process in line with UK Visas andImmigration regulations. The CelticCollection is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications fromall backgrounds and communities.