Sous Chef

Sous Chef – Fermain Valley Hotel

Location: Guernsey, Channel Islands

Salary: £45,000 per annum + service charge + excellent colleague benefits

Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | 5 days out of 7

Job Overview

We are currently seeking an active and enthusiastic Sous Chef at Fermain Valley Hotel, part of Hand Picked Hotels.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of an exceptional culinary experience for guests, ensuring that dishes consistently reflect creativity, quality, and seasonal diversity.
• Work closely with the Head Chef to oversee food preparation and service, maintain outstanding standards of presentation and flavour, and play a key part in the smooth day‑to‑day running of the kitchen.
• Support and develop the culinary team through training, guidance, and leading by example during service.
• Help manage kitchen operations, monitor stock and costs, maintain strong relationships with suppliers, and assist with menu delivery across the hotel, special events and private dining rooms.
• Ensure every dish enhances the guest experience and upholds the hotel’s reputation for excellence in luxury hospitality.
• Work full‑time, 5 days out of 7 including weekends on a rota basis, 45 hours per week, which may vary depending on business.

Qualifications

• Active and enthusiastic with a willing attitude and a welcoming and friendly nature.
• Strong Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef experience within a multi‑outlet hotel environment.
• Exposure to weddings, bespoke events and private dining.
• Consistent focus on precision, organisation and attention to detail.
• Passion and ability to go above and beyond, taking pride in delivering consistently high standards and excellent consistency daily.

Benefits

• Colleague accommodation available from £110 per week, inclusive of all meals & bills.
• Uniform and meals on shift provided.
• Pro rata equivalent of 29 holiday days incl. bank holidays per annum.
• Use of health club facilities, including gym & swimming pool (restrictions apply).
• Opportunity to work in a luxury environment on the beautiful island of Guernsey.
• Chance to meet new people, make new friends and have a memorable summer season working within Hand Picked Hotels.

Equal Opportunities

Hand Picked Hotels is an Equal Opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.