Job Title: Sous Chef 5-Star Luxury Hotel Location: County Durham Hours: 40 Hours per Week Join the culinary team at a prestigious 5-star luxury hotel in County Durham as a Sous Chef. With a world-class spa and award-winning restaurants, this is an excellent opportunity to showcase your skills and take the next step in your career in a luxury setting. Key Responsibilities: Support the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen management, including overseeing day-to-day operations. Lead and mentor the kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency. Assist with menu development, using fresh, seasonal ingredients to create innovative dishes. Manage stock levels, place orders, and ensure effective cost control and GP targets. Maintain exceptional hygiene and food safety standards throughout the kitchen. Step up to lead the kitchen during the Head Chefs absence, ensuring smooth service at all times. Requirements: Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a high-end hotel or fine dining environment. Strong leadership and team management skills. Passion for culinary excellence and creative menu development. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen. Comprehensive knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Sous Chef to join a luxury hotel that is committed to culinary innovation and excellence. Live-in accommodation may be available. Apply now to become part of the award-winning team AMRT1_UKCT