Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen, Craft Exceptional Menus

Interstate Europe Hotels & Resorts; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry leading training

Staff discounts portfolio wide

Stream pay and savings scheme

Employee assistance programme

Career and lifestyle breaks

Uncapped incentives

Flexible working opportunities

Hotel gym access

Free staff parking

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality is seeking a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations, prepare and present dishes, and mentor the culinary team. You will work closely with the operations manager to develop menus and ensure top quality food and service in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes maintaining high hygiene standards, controlling portions and waste, and delivering exceptional guest experiences aligned with brand standards.

Qualifications

• Strong cooking skills across diverse cuisines and ingredients.
• Ability to manage a busy kitchen and delegate tasks effectively.
• Commitment to high standards of hygiene and food safety.
• Profit-minded approach to portion control and waste management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes within your specialty.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team, supporting the operations manager.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and food hygiene standards.
• Monitor portion control and waste to protect profit margins.

Skills

Cooking skills

Ingredient knowledge

Time management

Calm under pressure

Delegation

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Aimbridge Hospitality is seeking a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations, prepare and present dishes, and mentor the culinary team. You will work closely with the operations manager to develop menus and ensure top quality food and service in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes maintaining high hygiene standards, controlling portions and waste, and delivering exceptional guest experiences aligned with brand standards.