Sous Chef Brasserie Restaurant at Sopwell House Full-Time Role, £36,000 per annum Nestled in the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, Sopwell House is a luxury country house hotel known for its award-winning spa, fine dining, and impressive conference and banqueting facilities.
With our Brasserie restaurant soon to be undergoing a stunning refurbishment, we are searching for a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join our team and help elevate our dining experience for both our guests and the local community.
Main Responsibilities - Food Preparation & Quality Control: Prepare and cook dishes to the highest quality standards, adhering to recipes and presentation guidelines.
Monitor the quality of food throughout preparation and service, ensuring consistency.
- Operational Excellence: Oversee food quantities and portioning to meet restaurant demand, minimise food waste, and control costs in line with our budgets.
- Team Leadership & Collaboration: Support and work closely with the Head Chef to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
Step in to lead the kitchen team when needed and assist in developing new menu items.
- Health & Safety Compliance: Follow all company health, safety, and hygiene policies.
Report maintenance needs, accidents, and any unsafe working conditions.
- Menu Development: Collaborate with the Head Chef and Executive Chef to develop and refine the Brasserie menu in line with seasonal ingredients and local flavour.
- Special Dietary Considerations: Ensure allergens are clearly displayed and alternative options are available for diners with specific dietary needs.
- Assist Banqueting Operations: Support our Banqueting team with culinary expertise during busy functions or events as required.
What Makes You the Perfect Fit?
- Experience: You are at a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie level with at least 2 years of experience in a similar high-quality restaurant or brasserie setting.
- Qualifications: A diploma or degree in culinary arts, NVQ, or equivalent qualification in a related field.
- Passion for Culinary Excellence: You bring creativity, attention to detail, and a deep appreciation for food and flavours, contributing to an unforgettable dining experience.
- Leadership & Teamwork: You are collaborative, supportive, and ready to lead by example in a busy kitchen environment.
The Best Bits - Career Development: Enjoy a wide range of training and development opportunities to further your skills.
- Employee Perks: Free meals, parking, discounted food, beverages, accommodation, and spa treatments.
- Holidays: 28 days holiday per year, plus an extra day for your birthday.
- Competitive Salary & Benefits: We offer an attractive salary and benefits scheme, with staff accommodation available.
As we prepare for the re-opening of our refurbished Brasserie, we invite chefs with a passion for innovative cooking and high standards to join us in creating an exceptional dining experience.
If you are looking to grow your career in a renowned luxury setting, we would love to hear from you!
All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.
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