Sous Chef - Sponsorship Available

Parker's Tavern; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Free meals on duty

Team Member Parties

Room and F&B discounts across Marriott

Refer a friend – up to £400 referral

Job summary

Parker's Tavern at University Arms in Cambridge is seeking a Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards, speed, accuracy, and cost control.

You will mentor junior staff, manage stock, uphold food safety, and deliver consistent presentation and taste. Flexible scheduling including weekends is required, with sponsorship options for eligible Skilled Worker applicants.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef in a Four- or Five-Star or high-end restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment and best practices.
• Teamwork-oriented with ability to lead and train a team.
• Competent level of English spoken and written.
• Must be available to work a varied schedule including early and late shifts, weekends and bank holidays.
• Thorough knowledge of food products, recipes and preparation.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen in the absence of Head Chef and Exec Sous Chef; ensure smooth service and consistent quality.
• Train, mentor and motivate junior chefs, leading by example.
• Manage stock control, ordering, waste reduction and cost efficiencies.
• Uphold food safety, hygiene and allergen standards in line with requirements.
• Ensure high standards of presentation, portion control and taste.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Cooking methods

Team leadership

English proficiency

Flexible schedule

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Job description

SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE

Sponsorship may be available under the Skilled Worker transitional arrangements for eligible applicants.

To be considered, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:

• You must have been granted your first Skilled Worker (or Tier 2 General) visa before 4 April 2024.
• You must have held continuous Skilled Worker permission since that date. Breaks in employment will mean you are not eligible.
• If your Skilled Worker permission has been cancelled, curtailed, or has expired without a valid continuation of permission, you may not qualify.
• Applicants who were granted their first Skilled Worker visa on or after 5 April 2024 are not eligible for the transitional arrangements.

Applicants will be asked to provide evidence of their immigration history to confirm they meet the transitional eligibility requirements.

The successful applicant will be responsible for paying their own Skilled Worker visa application fee, Immigration Health Surcharge and any associated personal immigration costs. The Company will pay all sponsorship costs that it is legally required to pay.

PAY

Base Salary per annum - £32,326.88 plus £6785.00 per annum in Tronc.

No accommodation is provided.

ABOUT US

University Arms is a 192-bedroom design-led Hotel situated in the heart of Cambridge, United Kingdom. Overlooking Parker’s Piece is the Hotel’s quintessentially British Restaurant and Bar Parker’s Tavern, Library Lounge, and beautiful 272 square metre wood panelled Ballroom.

Opened in 1834 as a Coaching Inn, University Arms is Cambridge’s oldest Hotel. For 180 years, the Hotel was added to, updated, and modernised in line with the age; however, it was the reopening in 2018 after a four-year £80m full renovation that really positioned the Hotel. It is now Cambridge's 'go to' destination, alluring visitors with the promise of a sense of modern luxury.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING

As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the preparation of all foods within the kitchen, ensuring it is to the highest standards. You will be quick, efficient, and accurate, providing prompt service delivery. You will understand the importance of consistency and cost control. You will lead and support junior members of the team and produce your own work in accordance with deadlines and quality guidelines. Your tasks as a Sous Chef will include, but will not be limited to:

THE DUTIES

• Lead the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef & Exec Sous Chef, ensuring smooth service and consistent quality.
• Train, mentor and motivate junior chefs, leading by example at all times.
• Manage stock control, ordering, waste reduction and cost efficiencies.
• Uphold food safety, hygiene and allergen standards in line with company and legal requirements.
• Ensure high standards of presentation, portion control and taste.
• Foster a positive, respectful kitchen culture.
• Take responsibility for rectifying hazardous situations and reporting major areas of concern to the Head Chef.
• Supervises and maintains standards of cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Ensuring food quality and excellent standards are maintained for all dishes created.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR IN YOU

• Experience as a Sous Chef in a Four or Five-Star or high-end restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices.
• Teamwork-oriented with the ability to lead and train a team.
• Competent level of English spoken and written.
• Must be available to work a varied schedule including early & late shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.
• Thorough knowledge of food products, recipes, and specific food preparation.
• Approachable person, with a hands-on and can-do attitude.
• Can produce consistent service in line with company recipes and standards.

THE PERKS

As well as the opportunity to work with a fantastic team in an exceptional property, the position comes with:

• Competitive salary
• Free meals on duty
• Team Member Parties
• Room and F&B discounts across the Marriott portfolio
• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £400 for referring them!

RIGHT TO WORK

In line with the requirements of UK immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility to work will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

HOURS

42.5