Sous Chef

Description:

Sous Chef - Hotel & Events Venue

Location: Lingfield, Surrey

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: 45 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required.

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established hotel and events venue for an experienced and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join their kitchen team.

Working closely with the Head Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of kitchen operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality food across multiple dining outlets, events, banqueting functions, and hospitality services. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented chef looking to take the next step in their career within a fast-paced and diverse hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Head Chef in the smooth running of all kitchen operations.
Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency standards.
Assist with menu planning and development, ensuring dishes reflect current food trends and customer expectations.
Control food costs, stock levels, waste, and portion sizes to achieve budgetary targets.
Assist with purchasing and supplier management within agreed budgets.
Conduct and support stock takes and inventory management.
Ensure all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards are consistently met.
Monitor food production from preparation through to service, maintaining quality control at every stage.
Support the delivery of banqueting, events, restaurant, and hospitality services.
Lead, motivate, and develop kitchen team members through training and coaching.
Assist with staff scheduling and workload planning to meet business demands.
Foster strong communication and collaboration between the kitchen and other departments.
Contribute to maintaining a positive working environment focused on guest satisfaction and operational excellence.
Support audits, inspections, and compliance processes as required.

About You

We are looking for a passionate and organised chef with strong leadership skills and a commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences.

Essential Requirements

Previous experience as a Sous Chef, or a strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up.
Level 2 Food Safety qualification (or equivalent).
Strong understanding of food hygiene, HACCP, and health & safety regulations.
Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen environment.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Passion for food, quality, and continuous improvement.

Desirable

Experience within a hotel, multi-outlet, or high-volume hospitality environment.
Banqueting and events catering experience.
Experience managing stock control, food costing, and kitchen budgets.

What's on Offer?

Permanent full-time position.
Opportunity to work within a prestigious hospitality and events environment.
Career development and training opportunities.
Supportive team culture.
Competitive salary and benefits package.If you're an ambitious Sous Chef looking for a new challenge in a dynamic hospitality setting, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

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