Sous Chef

Reporting to the Executive Head Chef, you will be based at the hotel on a Full-Time basis.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Sous Chef with ambition and drive within the Hospitality industry. Our Senior Sous Chef will have a passion for food and the charisma to inspire a team.

You can expect your working day to include the following;

• Establishing and maintaining excellent interdepartmental relationships with all Heads of Department and key company stakeholders.


• To build on positive and collaborative relationships within the hotel - we are one team and you will be expected to drive this ethos.


• To have accountability for the Kitchen function in the absence of the Executive Head Chef, ensuring efficient food production, processing of orders, quality within all food outlets and legal compliance.


• To prepare dishes to specification with consistency, care and artistic flair.


• To support, nurture and develop the Kitchen team, focussing on employee engagement, retention and fostering a positive team ethic.


• To support the Executive Head Chef in the management and control of costs, GP, purchasing, goods receiving and timely updates of records and SOPs.


• Work in partnership with the Executive Head Chef, develop and produce a consumer-led product worthy of a destination Restaurant!


• Act with integrity and compliance in the adherence to H&S and Food Hygiene policies and company procedures.
  
  We are looking for someone who has worked within a commercial kitchen specifically within hotels. Who has the understanding of the responsibilities and scope of the hotel Kitchen function. We are looking for at least 2 years' experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef within hospitality.


• Experience of working alongside a hotel team to deliver excellent financial returns, operational excellence and team engagement.


• Ability to manage staff, develop the team and be a true believer in employee collaboration and stakeholder buy-in.


• High levels of enthusiasm and commitment to follow through on every task undertaken within the Kitchen team.


• Strong analytical skills and an ability to work with personnel and procurement IT systems.


• Pleasant personality - we are an enthusiastic, authentic bunch of individuals who truly care about teamwork and are passionate about maintaining a positive working environment!
  
  At RBH we believe our people are our biggest assets and understand the value in putting them first. Our approach to diversity in the workplace, health & wellbeing, sustainability, and individuality sets us apart from our competitors and is one of the reasons we are rated Top 30 Best Places to Work in Hospitality! We are passionate about the industry and always on the lookout for new talent to join us on our journey...
  
  You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people and enhances our overall culture...


• Discounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & family across RBH and ACCOR hotels.


• An extra day's holiday for your birthday


• Flexible working arrangements


• Pension


• Free meals on duty saving you over £1000 per year


• Hotel F&B, Spa Treatment Discounts and Sales Incentives


• Gratuities


• Discounted Local Parking Facilities


• A link to our extensive employee benefit portal with discounts over hundreds of retailers