Sous Chef – Hotel & Events Venue Nr East Grinstead
Surrey | £40,000 + Service Charge + Excellent Benefits + Accommodation Available
Are you a talented Sous Chef looking for your next challenge within a prestigious hotel environment?
We are recruiting for a Sous Chef to join the kitchen brigade at a lovely corporate hotel and events venue in Surrey. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a quality-driven operation that delivers everything from relaxed dining and afternoon teas to events.
Working alongside an experienced Executive Chef, you'll play a key role in maintaining food standards while helping to inspire and develop a passionate kitchen team.
The Role
As Sous Chef, you'll be an integral part of the day-to-day kitchen operation, ensuring every dish leaving the pass reflects the high standards the hotel is renowned for.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the Executive Chef with the day-to-day management of the kitchen
- Leading and motivating the brigade during service
- Delivering exceptional food across the restaurant, private dining, weddings and events
- Assisting with menu development using fresh, seasonal ingredients
- Maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation and consistency
- Managing stock control, ordering and food cost management
- Ensuring full compliance with food hygiene and health & safety standards
- Coaching and developing junior chefs to reach their full potential
About You
We're looking for a passionate and hands-on Sous Chef who enjoys working in a busy, quality-led hotel environment.
You'll ideally have:
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef or an experienced Junior Sous Chef ready for the next step
- A background within quality branded hotels, events venues
- Strong leadership and organisational skills
- Experience delivering high-volume service without compromising quality
- Excellent communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude
- A calm and professional approach under pressure
The Package
- £40,000 basic salary
- service charge
- 45-hour contract
- Straight shifts for a work-life balance
- Accommodation assistance available for those relocating
- Excellent company benefits
- Ongoing training and career development
- Opportunities to progress within a well-established hospitality group
- Free meals whilst on duty
- Staff discounts and employee benefits package
If you're an ambitious Sous Chef looking to join a supportive team where you can continue to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: £38,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
