Lead Sous Chef | Quality Hotel Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Taste Hospitality Recruitment Limited; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 32,855 - 45,998; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation available

Employee Assistance Programme

Up to 28 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

A leading hospitality recruitment firm is seeking an ambitious Sous Chef to join a quality hotel operation in Suffolk. The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting kitchen leadership, leading service, and developing menu items in a high-quality environment. The role offers a supportive culture and focus on skill development within the kitchen team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a quality kitchen.
• Strong understanding of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Ability to train and mentor junior chefs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in running the kitchen.
• Lead service during busy shifts.
• Assist with menu development and dish creation.
• Train and motivate junior chefs.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu development

Food safety standards

Stock management

Cooking skills

Job description

A leading hospitality recruitment firm is seeking an ambitious Sous Chef to join a quality hotel operation in Suffolk. The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting kitchen leadership, leading service, and developing menu items in a high-quality environment. The role offers a supportive culture and focus on skill development within the kitchen team.