Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA
Sous Chef
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Located in the heart of one of the UK's most popular coastal destinations, Holiday Inn Bournemouth is a busy, modern hotel welcoming a mix of leisure, corporate and event guests throughout the year. With a vibrant food and beverage operation and a strong focus on delivering memorable guest experiences.
We're passionate about developing great people, creating inclusive workplaces and giving our teams the opportunity to build rewarding careers in hospitality. Whether you're looking to take the next step in your culinary journey or continue developing your leadership experience, you'll find the support, opportunities and culture to help you thrive.
A Day in the Life of...
As Sous Chef, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day success of the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef to deliver consistently high standards across every service.
- You'll lead from the front during busy shifts, coaching and developing junior chefs while ensuring every dish leaves the kitchen with pride and consistency.
- From menu development and stock control to maintaining food safety standards and managing kitchen performance, you'll help create an environment where both the team and the business can thrive.
This is a hands-on leadership role that combines creativity, organisation and commercial awareness. You'll work closely with colleagues across the hotel to help deliver outstanding food experiences while maintaining strong kitchen standards and profitability.
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What's in it for you?
This is more than just a Sous Chef role. It's an opportunity to develop your leadership skills, make a real impact on the guest experience and continue building your culinary career with a business that genuinely invests in its people.
- Alongside a competitive salary, you'll have access to industry-leading training and development opportunities, hotel discounts across our portfolio, discounted food and beverage, wellbeing support, flexible working opportunities and career pathways designed to help you take your next step.
- You'll also enjoy staff meals on duty, free parking and access to hotel gym facilities.
Most importantly, you'll join a team where your contribution is recognised, your development is supported and your career ambitions matter.
What Do We Need From You?
We're looking for someone who loves great food, thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys helping others develop and succeed.
- You'll have previous experience within a professional kitchen environment and be confident leading a team during service.
- You'll bring strong culinary skills, excellent attention to detail and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional quality.
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Equally important is your ability to stay calm under pressure, organise effectively and maintain the high standards expected within a busy hotel operation. A good understanding of food safety, kitchen controls and commercial performance will help you succeed, but your attitude, leadership potential and commitment to delivering an outstanding guest experience are what will really set you apart.
Your Journey, Your Way
Whether you're already an experienced Sous Chef looking for your next challenge or you're ready to step into a larger, more varied hotel environment, we'll provide the support, development and opportunities to help you achieve your goals.
At Aimbridge, we create places where people can grow, succeed and belong. If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career, we'd love to hear from you.
Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA is part of Aimbridge Hospitality, the world's leading third-party hotel management company. Across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, we partner with internationally recognised brands and independent hotels to deliver exceptional guest experiences and strong commercial performance.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate diversity, champion inclusion and create opportunities for our team members to build meaningful careers across a global hospitality business.
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