Sous Chef
Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire
Full-Time | 45 Hours per Week | £35512.26 per annum
Join one of the UK's leading luxury spa resorts
At Hoar Cross Hall, we're passionate about creating unforgettable guest experiences through exceptional food, luxury hospitality and outstanding service.
We're looking for an experienced Sous Chef or an ambitious Chef de Partie ready for the next step to join our talented kitchen team.
The Role
Working alongside the Executive Chef and Head Chef, you'll help lead the kitchen, inspire the team and ensure every dish is prepared to the highest standard.
You'll also take charge of the kitchen whenever the Head Chef is away.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead the Team
- Supporting the day-to-day running of the kitchen
- Motivating, coaching and developing the kitchen team
- Helping plan rotas and ensure the kitchen is fully staffed
- Leading service in the Head Chef's absence
Create Exceptional Food
- Preparing and presenting dishes to the highest standards
- Maintaining consistency across all services
- Helping to develop seasonal menus
- Controlling food costs and reducing waste
Maintain High Standards
- Following Food Hygiene, Health & Safety and COSHH procedures
- Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and safe
- Completing food safety and temperature checks
- Ensuring PPE, hygiene and uniform standards are maintained
Stock & Operations
- Assisting with ordering and stock control
- Checking deliveries and supplier quality
- Supporting stock takes and weekly administration
Guest Experience
- Working closely with the Restaurant Manager and wider management team
- Responding professionally to guest feedback
About You
You'll ideally:
- Have experience as a Sous Chef, or be ready to step up from Chef de Partie
- Love working with fresh, seasonal ingredients
- Be passionate about producing exceptional food
- Be a confident leader and team player
- Thrive in a fast-paced kitchen
- Have excellent organisation and attention to detail
- Have a strong understanding of food safety and compliance
Working Hours
- 45 hours per week
- 5 days out of 7
- Includes evenings, weekends and bank holidays
- Typical shifts:
- 8:00am – 5:30pm
- 1:30pm – 11:00pm
- Flexibility is essential to meet business needs
Right to Work
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application.
Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role, now or in the future.
Why Join Hoar Cross Hall?
- Complimentary Spa Day on your work anniversary
- Free meal every shift
- Complimentary use of our leisure and spa facilities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- 30% discount on overnight stays and spa days
- Discounts on food, drink and retail
- Pension scheme
- Free parking
- Refer-a-Friend bonus
- Excellent induction and training
- Perkbox benefits and discounts
- Online Doctor service
- Career development opportunities
- Friendly, supportive team culture
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