Sous Chef

TN United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead culinary excellence at a prestigious hotel. This role involves not only the production of high-quality dishes but also the training and development of kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and managing kitchen operations. Join a dynamic team where your creativity and leadership will shine, and enjoy perks like discounted hotel stays and personal development opportunities. If you have a passion for food and a knack for creating memorable dining experiences, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Meals provided whilst on shift

Sales incentives and initiative rewards

Discounted / Free use of leisure facilities

Free Car Parking

Discounted hotel stays

Opportunities for personal development

Annual holiday entitlements

Pension enrolment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar senior culinary role.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and mentor kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to food production and ensure excellent hygiene practices.
• Assist in training junior kitchen members and manage kitchen operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and HACCP standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Menu Planning

Food Safety Regulations Knowledge

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Creativity in Food Presentation

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

Experience as Head Chef or Similar Role

Job description

Are you ready to step into a leadership role in the kitchen? The Mercure Nottingham Sherwood Hotel is seeking a talented individual to become our next Sous Chef!

Key Responsibilities:

• Sous Chef will contribute to the production of food items in accordance with instructions from the Head Chef.
• Ensure excellent food hygiene practice is observed in the entire food chain from storage through to preparation and service.
• Ensure HACCP compliance within the kitchen and all Food & Beverage outlets.
• Ensure the kitchen equipment is in working order; report any maintenance issues to Head Chef.
• Assist in the training and development of junior members of the kitchen team and supervise the kitchen.
• Manage all aspects of the kitchen including operational, quality, and administrative functions.
• Manage the provision of food to Food and Beverage outlets and act where necessary to ensure compliance with current legislation.
• Assist in positive outcomes from guest queries in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ensure food products are of good quality and stored correctly.
• Contribute to menu creation by responding and incorporating guest feedback.
• Ensure the consistent production of high-quality food through all hotel food outlets.
• Manage customer relations, when necessary, in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Ensure resources support the business needs through the effective management of working rotations.
• Support brand standards through the training and assessment of the team.

Rewards your hard work by offering you the below team benefits when you join us:

• Meals provided whilst on shift.
• Sales incentives and initiative rewards.
• Discounted / Free use of leisure facilities – “Hotel specific”.
• Free Car Parking – “Hotel specific”.
• Stays in our hotels at discounted prices or even free stays in our hotels as one of our rewards recognition incentives.
• Opportunities for your personal development within the Hotel Group Brand Portfolio.
• Annual holidays entitlements inclusive of Bank Holidays.
• Pension enrolment.

Qualifications:

Does the below sound like you?

• Passionate and willing to learn.
• Positive attitude and someone who makes our guests smile.
• Genuinely friendly and caring.
• Enjoys working as part of a team.
• Ambitious and hardworking.
• Ability to build relationships, internal and external, to the hotel and the Company.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and excellent grooming standards.
• Eye for detail and a passion for food.
• Deliver exceptional customer experiences all the time.
• Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar senior culinary role.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and mentor kitchen staff.
• Proficient in menu planning, cost control, and inventory management.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP principles.
• Creativity in developing new dishes and presenting food.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Is the Sous Chef role for you? Do you have the skill set and experience to take on this role? Then what's stopping you?

Additional Information:

• One more thing…
• By working at the Mercure Nottingham Sherwood Hotel you will be part of the Accor network, worldwide hospitality leader. With us, you can be all you are, work with purpose, grow, learn, enjoy and explore Accor’s limitless opportunities. Discover our Talent stories at heart-of-hospitality.com or on Instagram @heart.of.hospitality.
• Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
• We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent, creating an environment where everyone feels they belong.