Sous Chef

Harri; Tongue; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation discount

Professional development

EyeMed

Cycle Scheme

Employee discount platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend incentive

Job summary

Highland Coast Hotels is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our Highland culinary team on a permanent full-time basis. You will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee food preparation, manage staff, and ensure hygiene standards while delivering dishes that reflect the Highland heritage.

The ideal candidate has proven Sous Chef experience in a high-end setting, strong leadership, and a passion for exceptional guest experiences. Salary up to £37K, with service charges and company benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a high-end restaurant or hotel.
• Strong culinary skills with understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Manage kitchen staff and maintain hygiene standards.
• Contribute to menu development and seasonal specials.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Culinary leadership

High-end hospitality

Team collaboration

Education

Culinary degree

Certification preferred

Job description

The Place

Located in a sleepy Highlands village in one the most remote areas on world-renowned North Coast 500, Tongue Hotel is located towards the most northerly point of Scotland, in northern Sutherland. Built in the 1800s, Tongue Hotel is a former sporting lodge that still carries the same historic charm today. Overlooking the beautiful sea loch of Kyle, the rugged Ben Loyal and gentle Ben Hope jot out from the land above. Originally owned by the Duke of Sutherland, the hotel boasts 19 unique bedrooms and many original features steeped in history, the hotel has a romantic, enchanting feel which delights and excites all who enter here. The hotel has recently reopened after an £800k refurbishment. Your working day can be very busy especially during the summer months but a great work/life balance is encouraged, and with the great outdoors at your feet, there a number of activities to enjoy during your downtime whether its hiking up the local mountains for breath taking views across northern Sutherland and Caithness or enjoy leisurely walks along the quiet shoreline. For more experiences you can enjoy trips into the nearby Durness or Thurso (famed for its surfing waves) and even the Isle of Orkney.

The Position

We are seeking a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team on a permanent full-time basis. As the Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to ensure the smooth operation of our kitchen, delivering high-quality dishes that reflect the rich heritage and flavours of the Highland region. You will be responsible for overseeing food preparation, managing kitchen staff, maintaining kitchen hygiene standards, and contributing to menu development. This role is ideal for someone who is creative, detail-oriented, and dedicated to culinary excellence.

The Person

Beyond the first-class physical modelling of our hotels, we’re also investing in our people. Our vision has four key pillars; our people, our guests, our communities, and our environment, and what matters most to us is delivering an authentic experience of the Scottish Highlands to our guests.This can only happen with a strong team that shares our Vision.

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a high-end restaurant or hotel
• Strong culinary skills with a deep understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment. Excellent leadership and communication skills
• A genuine passion for cooking and a commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and contribute to a positive working environment
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and capable of handling pressure with grace
• Culinary degree or relevant certification is preferred but not essential

The Package

Salary up to £37K dependant on experience + service charge + company benefits inc:

• Discount for you and your family and friends on accommodation, food and beverages
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company
• EyeMed
• Cycle Scheme
• Employee discount platform providing savings at 130,000 retail and entertainment including supermarkets, holidays, shopping and restaurants
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a Friend incentive scheme

About Highland Coast Hotels

We are a collection of unique hotels located along the North Coast 500 with our people at the very heart of what we do. Spirit, warmth, authenticity, that’s what we look for. We encourage curiosity, energy, passion, and fun. Creating experiences that exhilarate and enlighten our guests as we showcase the very best in Highland Hospitality. It’s important to us that we nurture and develop our people to be the very best they can be. Training and career opportunities are on offer along with fabulous work locations, great rates of pay, flexible hours, and lots of other lovely perks. Find out more at highlandcoasthotels.com.