Job Description
Parsonage Grill, belonging to the five-star Old Parsonage Hotel, is famous for its intimate, bohemian and clubby atmosphere. The menu philosophy focuses on using the best local produce available to create a menu of sophisticated yet simple British dishes.
Parsonage Grill is part of The Oxford Collection; a small, privately owned group of luxury hotels and restaurants in central Oxford, comprised of Gees Restaurant & Bar, the Old Parsonage Hotel, Parsonage Grill, the Old Bank Hotel and Quod Restaurant & Bar.
We offer support, training, and development opportunities to help your career flourish. We believe that investment in each and every one of our collectives is key to the success of our business and the happiness of our customers. As a member of the team, we are looking for an exceptional candidate who shares these values.
We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our kitchen team at the Parsonage Grill.
The ideal candidate will:
* Work alongside the Head Chef, in overseeing all aspects of managing the kitchen operation
* Ensure consistency in delivering the Restaurants high standards
* Ensure that the kitchen operates in an efficient and timely manner
* Have the ability to lead, inspire and motivate people
* Have excellent interpersonal communication, coaching and teamwork
* Have a high-level written English, strong IT literacy
* Have a knowledge of current Health & Safety, Fire Safety, Food Hygiene and Allergens legislation
* Have experience within a similar role, and a 5-star luxury environment
We offer a sensible shift pattern, across a 45-hour working week (Monday to Sunday rota with two days off) with an OTE up to £42,575 per annum, including non-contractual service charge (tronc).
Part-time hours may also be considered.
Sous Chef Benefits:
* Meals on duty
* 50% discount on food within our restaurants
* Complimentary Managers meal within one of our restaurants every six months
* Up to £700 recruitment incentive
* Membership to our Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality Action
* Pension scheme
* Uniform provided
* Opportunities to develop within the Company
* 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays per annum (pro-rata)
* A paid day off on your birthday
* Team awards and prizes
* Hospitality Rewards: offering discounted gym membership, high-street and online shopping discounts, discounted vouchers, a cashback card, and 24/7 online GP service
Interviews and a working trial will take place in Oxford as part of the recruitment process.
Eligibility to work within the UK must be proven and two references should be available on request.
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