Sous Chef - Newark Location : Eden Hall, Nottinghamshire About Us: Eden Hall Day Spa is an award-winning luxurious day spa located in the heart of Nottinghamshire, offering luxury treatments featuring top product houses and state-of-the-art facilities providing the perfect retreat and most importantly, total relaxation.
P urpose: Our purpose is to hire people with passion and positivity.
We train you for skill, nurture you to grow and achieve your goals The Role: Working as part of the Kitchen Team, this position requires excellent communication and teamwork skills to assist in the management of the section operations, as well as a strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of service and cleanliness and following H&S protocol.Why Join Us: Work in a stunning, historic estate with a commitment to excellence in hospitality.
Competitive Rate of Pay.
Complimentary use of the leisure and spa facilities.
Free lunch from our staff canteen.
Complimentary Spa Day on work anniversaries.
Employee Benefits Programme.
Company pension contribution.
Free Parking.
Discount on overnight stays at Hoar Cross Hall and Spa days.
30% discount on food and drink.
Excellent Induction and training programme.
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Key Responsibilities: Assist the Head Chef in ordering, stock management, and maintaining supplier relations.
Supervise kitchen staff, ensuring duties are effectively delegated and completed.
Maintain high food hygiene and safety standards, adhering to FSMS policies.
Oversee daily kitchen operations, including cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance.
Ensure dishes meet quality, allergen, and presentation standards.
Handle customer requirements and feedback professionally.
Assist in menu development using fresh ingredients and minimizing waste.
Support training and motivation of the kitchen team.
Personal Specification : Essentials: Previous experience in a similar role at a high-end restaurant/ hotel.
Committed to being part of a driven team that is aiming to achieve quality and high standards in the kitchen.
In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations, pastry ingredients, and modern pastry trends Able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment requiring long hours and the ability to stand for extended periods.
We're looking for individuals with a passion for food, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Shift Patterns: 40 hours per week 5 days out of 7 per week Note: Full flexibility is key as you will be expected to work as and when necessary to meet the needs of the team and the business People say you can't choose your family, well we choose you to be part of ours.