At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic kitchen team and maintain high food quality and presentation.
- Company: Prestigious, award-winning destination spa in Leicestershire.
- Benefits: 39-hour work week, competitive salary, free meals, and staff discounts.
- Other info: Access to gym, spa facilities, and employee wellbeing programmes.
- Why this job: Join a supportive environment with genuine career progression and development opportunities.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Sous Chef or strong senior chef with leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at a prestigious, award-winning destination spa in Leicestershire. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong Sous Chef looking for a quality-led role offering an excellent 39-hour working week, genuine career progression and an impressive range of staff benefits.
Working closely with the Executive Head Chef and Head Chef, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping to lead and develop the brigade while maintaining consistently high standards across food quality, presentation and service.
The Role
- Support the daily running of a busy professional kitchen
- Take control of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Head Chef and Head Chef
- Maintain excellent food quality and presentation
- Support, train and mentor junior chefs
- Manage stock, ordering and waste control
- Maintain high standards of food safety, allergens and dietary requirements
- Help drive new ideas and improvements across the food offering
- Ensure smooth, organised service within a supportive kitchen team
What We're Looking For
- Previous Sous Chef or strong senior chef experience
- Confident kitchen leadership skills
- Strong fresh-food background
- Excellent knowledge of allergens, food safety and dietary requirements
- Experience with ordering, stock control and minimising waste
- A positive, organised and hands-on approach
- Someone who genuinely enjoys developing and supporting a team
Package & Benefits
- 39-hour working week
- Competitive salary
- Gratuities on top of basic salary
- Free meals whilst working
- Free on-site parking
- Free staff transport from Melton Mowbray and Asfordby
- Staff accommodation in Melton Mowbray may be available, subject to availability
- Excellent career development opportunities
- Access to gym, selected fitness classes and spa facilities
- 50% discount on many beauty treatments
- Staff discounts across food, drink and retail
- Discounted stays and spa packages for friends and family
- Employee wellbeing programme
- Long-service and employee recognition rewards
A great opportunity for a Sous Chef who wants to join a professional, established operation with excellent standards but a genuinely supportive working environment. Apply now with your CV for further details.
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