Sous Chef

1 month ago

East Grinstead West Sussex, United Kingdom Lloyd Recruitment Ltd Full time €35,000 - €39,000

Sous Chef - Hotel Chain

Lloyd Recruitment Services is pleased to be working with a leading hotel chain to recruit an enthusiastic and skilled Sous Chef. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a premier hotel group dedicated to providing exceptional culinary experiences and a high standard of guest service.

What We Offer

  • £35k - £39k depending on experience
  • Outskirts of East Grinstead
  • Opportunities for career progression within a prestigious hotel chain
  • Health and wellbeing programme
  • Free food on shift
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Discounts across company events
  • Free on-site parking
  • Ongoing training and development programs
  • A dynamic, supportive work environment

Job Summary

As Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to organise and supervise all kitchen operations, uphold food quality standards, and ensure hygiene compliance. Your responsibilities will also include cost management, team support, and collaboration to maintain the brand's reputation for excellence in food service. You'll play a crucial role in adhering to legal, health, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Budgeting and Stock Control: Manage purchasing within budgeted parameters to achieve targeted GP; assist with stocktakes and major kitchen development projects
  • Food Quality and Safety: Adhere to EHO standards, food safety guidelines, and production protocols, ensuring quality control from raw ingredients to finished dishes
  • Menu Development: Innovate and adapt menus to reflect customer preferences and market trends, offering high-quality, value-for-money options
  • Hygiene and Cleanliness: Oversee secure storage of food materials, working with the Stewarding team to maintain a clean and organised kitchen
  • Team Leadership: Support training, performance reviews, and staff roster management to maintain productivity and high standards
  • Client Interaction: Assist clients with menu planning and actively promote the hotel's food and beverage services
  • Health and Safety Compliance: Follow fire safety, Health & Safety, COSHH, and HACCP standards while implementing waste minimisation and environmentally conscious practices
  • Represent the hotel brand professionally and courteously with guests, staff, and partners
  • Report damaged or defective machinery to department heads; ensure equipment care for durability
  • Comply with health, hygiene, and safety procedures, complete risk assessments, and use protective equipment as necessary

Person Specification:

  • GCSE or equivalent
  • Level 2 Food Safety in Catering certification
  • Minimum of 1 year as a Sous Chef or 3 years in a senior Chef de Partie role
  • Multi-outlet and banqueting experience is advantageous but not essential

Skills and Personality:

  • Strong attention to detail and self-motivation
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities
  • Commitment to exceptional customer service
  • Organisation skills with the ability to inspire and lead a team

If you are passionate about delivering memorable culinary experiences, have proven leadership skills, and excel in fast-paced settings, we'd love to hear from you

Refer a friend and you will receive a retail voucher of your choice up to £500. Full details can be found on our website.


Unfortunately, due to high numbers of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted applicants. If you have not heard from us within 5 days, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.


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Lloyd Recruitment Services are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer.

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