Location
Buxton Crescent
Contract
Full Time
Salary
£38,000 plus gratuities
Responsibilities
Your main responsibility will be assisting the Head Chef in the management and running of the kitchen ensuring your team stay motivated and all food is prepared to the highest standards.
- Supporting with menu development and design taking into account the nutritional requirement of Champneys healthy eating cuisine.
- Supporting the Head Chef in recruiting, managing, training and performance of all kitchen staff to Champneys high standards.
- Taking responsibility for the management and running of the Kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef including supervising of staff.
- Updating the People System in relation to daily hours worked by staff members and to complete rotas as instructed in the absence of the Head Chef.
- Responsible for the preparation and presentation of our buffets and food on the menus.
- Maintain & improve standard of service and operating standards, ensuring maximum guest satisfaction.
- To gain a working knowledge of the Champneys healthy eating philosophy and ensure staff are trained and philosophy is implemented in department.
- To maintain a high level of cleanliness in the Kitchen ensuring compliance with legislative standards.
- To order food items for all outlets checking on prices, quality and quantity. To ensure that the nominated suppliers are used on all occasions.
- Control departmental food cost expenditure and to minimize food wastage.
Benefits
- Health, Wellness and Wellbeing incentives
- Digital fitness programmes
- Nutrition guides and recipes
- Self-Guided meditation
- Wellbeing podcasts
- Champneys experiences (such as overnight stay or an ultimate spa day experience)
- App for all schedules, timesheets, annual leave and all the important things you need at your fingertips.
- In house social media connecting our Champneys Family
- Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling sessions and legal advice if required, other perks such as shopping discounts and financial support to list a few benefits.
- Motivating, rewarding and engaging colleague events.
- Discounted stays for you, your friends and family at any of our properties.
- Complimentary Spa Day on completion of your probationary period.
- 50% discount on all Champneys products.
- Great discounts on our partner products Elemis and Clarins.
- Discounted membership to our exceptional health clubs.
- Merlin Entertainments Attraction.
- Introduce a friend incentive.
- Long Service celebrations.
- Free parking [Hotels and Resorts only].
- Professional Uniform.
Sous Chef in Buxton employer: Champneys
Champneys in Buxton Crescent is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises wellness and creativity. With excellent benefits including wellness incentives and generous discounts for friends and family, employees are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally in this stunning location. Join us to develop your culinary skills and lead a passionate team in a prestigious environment where your contributions are valued.
