We’re looking for a talented Sous Chef to join the brigade at an exceptional luxury hotel in West Sussex, working within an acclaimed restaurant holding 1 Michelin Star. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who enjoys working to exacting standards, takes real pride in their food and wants to develop their skills alongside a highly talented team.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and candidates must have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. If you require Sponsorship please do not apply, thank you.
With an outstanding reputation for its food and a real focus on quality, consistency and creativity, this is an environment where standards matter and there’s plenty of opportunity to keep learning.
You’ll be joining an ambitious kitchen team that takes its food seriously, with the chance to play an important part in the restaurant’s continued success.
What’s on offer?
- Up to £44k per annum, plus service charge
- Staff discounts
- Free meals while on duty
- Free access to the on-site gym
- Free on-site parking
- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing resources
- Exclusive discounts and perks
- Opportunities for ongoing training, development and career progression
As Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with the senior kitchen team to keep service running smoothly, maintain the high standards expected of a 1 Michelin Star restaurant and help bring the best out of the brigade.
You’ll be hands-on in the kitchen, setting the example through your own approach to preparation, cooking and presentation, while supporting the development of the chefs around you.
As Sous Chef, you will:
- Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring service is organised, efficient and consistently delivered to a high standard
- Lead, motivate and support the brigade, helping to create a positive and focused working environment
- Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation and consistency
- Support the training and development of team members, sharing your knowledge and helping them progress
- Work closely with the senior kitchen team to maintain standards and continually improve the food offering
- Ensure food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures are followed at all times
- Help manage kitchen operations efficiently, with attention to organisation, waste and the effective use of ingredients
We’re looking for a chef with experience in a quality hotel or restaurant kitchen, ideally at 3AA Rosette level or above, who is ready to take the next step in their development.
You’ll need strong kitchen management skills, the confidence to lead by example and the creativity, discipline and attention to detail needed to work at this level.If you’re passionate about great food, enjoy being part of a talented brigade and want to build your career in an outstanding environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Due to the number of applicants received, unfortunately we are unable to reply individually to each. Should your application be suitable for the role, then you’ll hear from us within 48 hours, thank you.
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