Sous Chef

Sous Chef – Eden Hotel Collection

Join us as a Sous Chef and play a key role in our senior kitchen brigade, supervising the kitchen, organising the workload, delegating to junior chefs, supporting menu design and deputising in the Head Chef’s absence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the kitchen and organise workload.
• Delegate tasks to junior chefs.
• Demonstrate innovation and support menu design.
• Deputise for Head Chef when absent.
• Proactively develop self and brigade members.
• Motivate and promote positive behaviour across the brigade.

Qualifications

• Credible experience within a professional food environment; professional cookery qualification Level 3-4 or proven experience.
• Passion for food & ethically sourced produce with pride in delivery to plate.
• Ability to lead a section and chefs, ensuring food prepared and ready for service.
• Excellent knife‑handling skills, time‑keeping, organisational skills and ability to work under pressure as an excellent team player.

Perks & Benefits

• Generous Time Off: 31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service.
• Monthly Tips: Fairly shared service charge/gratuities, all paid on second pay date.
• Discounts & Perks: exclusive savings at 800+ retailers, gyms, restaurants, days out, utilities.
• Wellbeing Center: access to recipes, fitness videos, financial planning tools.
• Health & Wellness Plans: dental, vision, alternative care, 24/7 GP access.
• Sustainable Commuting: cycle‑to‑work and electric vehicle leasing options.
• Exclusive EHC Perks: discounted stays, spa treatments, golf, leisure at our properties.
• The Happy Hub: reward and recognition platform with peer‑to‑peer cards, monetary rewards, Employee of the Month, long‑service vouchers.
• Genuine Wellbeing Support: financial, mental and physical wellbeing support through teams and Hospitality Action.
• Employee Comm’s: stay connected through Eden Engage.
• Grow with Eden: apprenticeships and leadership programs like RISE & THRIVE.
• Family‑Friendly Policies: enhanced leave and return‑to‑work support.
• Everyday Essentials: free parking, meals on duty, uniform and footwear allowance.

A Culture of Collaboration and Care

• Your Voice Matters: regular surveys that value your input.
• Real Action: ‘You said, we did’—we listen and respond.
• Sustainability Focus: employee champions at every hotel and HQ.

We’re proud members of the Hoteliers’ Charter and guided by values of Heart, Honesty, Spirit, and Team. Our commitment to equity means we welcome talent from all backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, including underrepresented groups, parents, people with disabilities and diverse perspectives.

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Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Hospitality