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Sous chef
Cheshire
£39,000
Benefits
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Brand-new state-of-the-art kitchen with complete, top-of-the-line equipment and kit
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Work closely with a driven, passionate, and extremely professional Executive Chef
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Tronc
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Free onsite parking
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Free uniform – full chef whites
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Group exclusive discounts, including:
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Hotel, spa, and golf discounts within the group
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Friends & family rates across a global collection of luxury hotels
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20% discount on food and beverage in on-site restaurants
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Colleague restaurant
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Competitive pension scheme
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28 days holiday including public holidays
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1–5 days service awards based on length of service
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Ongoing training and uncapped career development opportunities
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A genuinely unique culture and the chance to work with a team of extraordinary people
Key Accountabilities
OPERATIONAL SUPPORT
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Support the Head Chef and Executive Chef in the smooth running of daily kitchen operations
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Supervise kitchen service to ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation
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Coordinate kitchen service with Food & Beverage departments
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Deputise for the Head Chef or Executive Chef when required
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- Ensure all kitchen operations run efficiently and effectively
PEOPLE MANAGEMENT & TRAINING
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Support the leadership, motivation, and development of the kitchen brigade
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Assist with rotas, payroll, and holiday planning
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Help manage staff queries and people-related matters
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Support departmental inductions and onboarding of new team members
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Assist in delivering training and development programmes
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Mentor and develop junior chefs
FOOD, COST & QUALITY CONTROL
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Assist in maintaining food costs, GP, and effective stock control
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Ensure mise en place and service standards are consistently met
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Promote quality and consistency across all food outlets
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Minimise waste and support cost-control initiatives
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Work actively on the pass and in food production as required
FOOD & SERVICE EXCELLENCE
- Support delivery of exceptional food across restaurants, banqueting, room service, and colleague dining
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Ensure room service food is delivered to the highest standards of quality and temperature
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Assist in overseeing colleague dining to ensure food is varied, nutritious, and well balanced
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Consistently strive to exceed guest expectations
HEALTH, SAFETY & COMPLIANCE
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Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP regulations
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Maintain high standards of health & safety across all kitchen areas
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Report accidents, defects, or hazards in line with hotel procedures
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Attend and complete all mandatory health & safety training
IDEAL SOUS CHEF
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Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef within a luxury hotel or 5-star kitchen
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Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills
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Passion for quality ingredients and refined cuisine
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Highly organised with excellent time management skills
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Ability to work under pressure while maintaining exceptional standards
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(NVQ Level 3 or equivalent preferred)
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