Are you a strong people manager?
Do you thrive in a busy kitchen, working together alongside your brigade?
The important stuff:
Free health club membership (T&Cs apply)
Discounts across The QHotels Collection
Family & Friends discounts in hotels across The QHotels Collection
Support with training & professional qualifications, including course fees!
Various learning & development available
Access to an Employee Assistance Program – Hospitality Action
Refer a friend scheme
FREE parking
AND……much, much more!
Chef whites provided
What will I do?
Leading by example, you will be hands on in the kitchen working alongside your team, providing guidance and mentorship. You’ll ensure the quality and delivery of food leaving the kitchen pass is to spec, to a very high standard and presentable.
Is this the role for me?
Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie
Have worked in a hotel environment or in a busy, high volume operation
Conference, banqueting & events catering experience would be ideal
Quality & standards driven with a keen eye for detail
People management experience
Strong knowledge of GP, stock control, costs and wastage
Curious to find out more?
Cheltenham Chase hotel is located on the outskirts of Gloucester and is also close to Cheltenham. Our hotel is a 4*, 122-bedroom property and has the Hardy’s restaurant, Hunters bar & lounge and a garden terrace bar, and we offer afternoon tea as well as private dining and meetings and event spaces. The leisure facilities include a gym, pool, sauna, steam room, and a relaxing Elemis spa.
The QHotels Collection are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all. We believe everyone should be treated equal so should you require any reasonable adjustments to any stage of the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let us know so we can make the changes accordingly.
We are thrilled to share that all of our hotels have now been accredited with either a Bronze or Silver Award from Green Tourism!
The QHotels Collection proudly supports the UK Armed Forces and have signed the Armed Forces Covenant achieving the Silver Award.
Contact Detail:
Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa Recruiting Team
We think you need these skills to ace Sous Chef
How to prepare for a job interview at Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa
✨Know Your Kitchen Basics
Brush up on your culinary skills and be ready to discuss your experience with high-volume operations. Be prepared to share specific examples of how you've maintained quality and standards in a busy kitchen.
✨Showcase Your People Skills
As a Sous Chef, people management is key. Think of instances where you’ve successfully led a team or mentored junior chefs. Highlight your approach to fostering a positive kitchen environment and how you handle conflicts.
✨Understand the Business Side
Familiarise yourself with concepts like GP, stock control, and cost management. Be ready to discuss how you’ve managed these aspects in previous roles, as this will show your understanding of the operational side of the kitchen.
✨Ask Thoughtful Questions
Prepare some insightful questions about the hotel's culinary vision or their approach to events catering. This not only shows your interest but also gives you a chance to assess if the role aligns with your career goals.