At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Head Chef in delivering modern, seasonal dishes and maintaining high kitchen standards.
- Company: Luxury country house hotel in stunning Snowdonia National Park.
- Benefits: £46,000 package, 4-day work week, pension, meals on duty, and generous discounts.
- Other info: Exciting career progression opportunities and a supportive, people-focused culture.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team striving for culinary excellence in a beautiful location.
- Qualifications: Experience in quality kitchens, ideally with 1-2 Rosette level, and a passion for local produce.
The predicted salary is between 46000 - 46000 £ per year.
A fantastic opportunity for a passionate Sous Chef to join a small luxury country house hotel in North Wales, set within Snowdonia National Park and overlooking the Mawddach Estuary. The 14 bedroom hotel has a strong reputation for warm hospitality, a wonderful wine list and a food offering that is continuing to grow in ambition. The kitchen currently holds 2 AA Rosettes and is working towards achieving a third, making this an exciting time to join the team.
The restaurant serves around 30 to 35 covers, with food also offered through the bar, creating a varied but focused operation where quality, consistency and teamwork are key. The food style is modern, seasonal and sophisticated without being overly complicated. The kitchen focuses on great local Welsh produce, well balanced dishes and a carefully considered service style that suits the character of the hotel and its location.
You will be joining a close knit kitchen team of around five chefs, so attitude, teamwork and fit are just as important as experience. The business has a strong people focused culture and would suit a Sous Chef who is passionate, positive and keen to be part of a supportive team that is genuinely striving for higher standards.
This role does not provide accommodation, so you must be able to reliably commute or relocate to the area. You must also be able to drive due to the location. Please note that this role does not provide Sponsorship; to apply you will need a full British Passport or the right to work in the UK.
Ideal Profile:- Sound experience in a quality kitchen environment, ideally at multiple Rosette level
- Minimum 1 or 2 Rosette experience would be highly beneficial
- Clear passion for food, flavour and quality local Welsh produce
- Natural ability as a chef with excellent attention to detail
- Confident supporting a small team in a focused, high quality kitchen
- Able to work across restaurant and bar food while maintaining consistency
- Ambitious and excited by the goal of progressing from 2 AA Rosettes towards a third
- Dedicated team player with a natural ability to lead and support others
- Positive, professional and able to fit into a people focused company culture
- Calm, organised and reliable during service
- Support the Head Chef in the smooth day to day running of the kitchen
- Help deliver modern, seasonal dishes using quality local produce
- Maintain strong standards across restaurant service and bar food
- Support the kitchen’s continued progression towards 3 AA Rosette standards
- Lead, motivate and support the team during service
- Help with prep, service organisation, ordering and stock control
- Maintain excellent food quality, presentation and consistency
- Support training and development within the small kitchen team
- Ensure high standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation
- Contribute to a positive, focused and professional kitchen culture
Sous Chef | Mutli AA Rosette | 4 Day Working Week in Barmouth employer: Ginger Hospitality
Join a prestigious multi AA Rosette kitchen in the stunning Snowdonia National Park, where you will be part of a passionate and supportive team dedicated to culinary excellence. With a focus on local Welsh produce and a commitment to employee growth through tailored training and professional qualifications, this role offers a unique opportunity for career progression in a vibrant work culture that values teamwork and quality. Enjoy a generous benefits package, including a 4-day working week, staff discounts, and annual rewards, all while working in an outstanding location that inspires creativity and passion for food.
