Company Description
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill – Mercure Bridgwater Hotel
Located in the heart of Bridgwater town centre, the Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill sits within the 119-bedroom, 4-star Mercure Bridgwater Hotel. We’re looking for a passionate and driven Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and help deliver exceptional food and guest experiences in a fast-paced, high-quality environment.
Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef who thrives in a busy fresh-food kitchen environment. Working closely with the Head Chef, you’ll play a key role in leading the brigade, maintaining brand standards, and ensuring consistently high culinary quality.
Key responsibilities include:
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Supporting the day-to-day running of the kitchen
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Leading the kitchen operation in the Head Chef’s absence
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Managing and motivating a brigade of up to 10 team members
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Delivering Marco Pierre White and Mercure brand standards at all times
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Assisting with menu implementation and food presentation standards
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Monitoring kitchen performance, training, and development
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Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and stock rotation procedures are followed
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Managing food ordering, storage, and kitchen organisation
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Coaching and developing junior chefs and kitchen staff
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Maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment
We’re looking for someone who:
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Has previous experience in a high-volume fresh-food kitchen
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Is passionate about hospitality, food quality, and guest satisfaction
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Can lead by example and inspire those around them
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Works well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
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Has excellent organisational and communication skills
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Holds a Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification (Level 3 training available in-house)
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Is ambitious, hands-on, and eager to progress
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Is flexible, adaptable, and committed to high standards at all times
If you’re looking to take the next step in your culinary career within a recognised hospitality brand, we’d love to hear from you.
Additional Information
What We Offer
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Competitive salary plus share of tips and service charge
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Free nights in Accor Hotels for every year of service
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Discounted stays across Accor Hotels worldwide
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Discounted rates at Legacy Hotels
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15% off in Accor Restaurants & Bars
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Discounts across all Marco Pierre White restaurants
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Discounted car hire with Europcar in the UK and abroad
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Access to employee discounts and rewards platform offering savings with leading high street retailers, online brands, dining, travel, entertainment and everyday purchases.
