Sous Chef: Lead & Develop Branded Kitchen Team

Warner Leisure Hotels; Holme Lacy; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym and leisure facilities

Pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Cycle to Work

Discounted food onsite (60%)

Life Assurance

Free car parking

Employee discount program

Job summary

Warner Hotels is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join the culinary team at Holme Lacy. You will oversee kitchen operations, train junior chefs, and ensure high standards of food safety and guest satisfaction.

Join a branded environment with opportunities for training, development, and employee benefits. The role offers a competitive salary and potential live-in arrangements, with extensive staff perks and career progression.

Qualifications

• Branded environment experience and standards.
• Ability to lead kitchen teams and train juniors.
• Strong food safety, storage and cooking techniques.
• Experience managing orders, stock and forecast against occupancy.
• Financial awareness to manage departmental costs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and service readiness.
• Supervise and train junior chefs, promoting team collaboration.
• Maintain food safety standards, storage, handling, cooking.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage food costs to meet targets.
• Support Head Chef and respond to guest feedback.

Skills

Brand standards understanding

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

Cost management

Adaptability under pressure

Job description

Warner Hotels is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join the culinary team at Holme Lacy. You will oversee kitchen operations, train junior chefs, and ensure high standards of food safety and guest satisfaction.

Join a branded environment with opportunities for training, development, and employee benefits. The role offers a competitive salary and potential live-in arrangements, with extensive staff perks and career progression.