Sous Chef - Cobham

Coppa Club; Cobham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dining establishment in Cobham is looking for an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, exceptional culinary skills, and proven experience in a high-end kitchen. This role offers significant benefits including a 50% discount on food and soft drinks, long service rewards, and health support.

Benefits

50% discount on food and soft drinks

Long service rewards including increased holiday

Access to private healthcare

Discounted room rates at hotels

Health & Wellbeing Support

Mental Health & Legal Guidance

Financial Support & Advice

Access to a wide range of discounts

Access to Enrichment Days & Events

Apprenticeship Programmes tailored to YOU

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a high-end, fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and mentor the kitchen team.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations and staff.
• Train and develop junior chefs, fostering a positive and productive environment.
• Assist in specials menu development and introduce innovative ideas.
• Ensure high standards of hygiene, safety, and culinary excellence.
• Consistently produce high-quality dishes and maintain presentation standards.

Skills

Exceptional culinary skills

Creativity

Leadership abilities

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Adaptability

Job description

Lead the Kitchen: Support the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations and staff.

Inspire and Mentor: Train and develop junior chefs, fostering a positive and productive environment.

Contribute Creatively: Assist in specials menu development and introduce innovative ideas.

Uphold Standards: Ensure high standards of hygiene, safety, and culinary excellence.

Deliver Excellence: Consistently produce high-quality dishes and maintain presentation standards.

Experience: Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a high-end, fast-paced kitchen.

Skills: Exceptional culinary skills, creativity, and leadership abilities.

Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and mentor the kitchen team.

Passion: A love for food and continuous learning.

Team Player: Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Adaptability: Ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Benefits

• 50% discount on food and soft drinks across all our brands
• Long service rewards including increased holiday and access to private healthcare
• Discounted room rates at our award-winning hotels
• 50% off Private Event Space hires
• Health & Wellbeing Support
• Mental Health & Legal Guidance
• Financial Support & Advice
• Access to a wide range of discounts from well-known brands
• Access to our Enrichment Days & Events Calendar
• Apprenticeship Programmes tailored to YOU