Senior Sous Chef
Champneys Forest Mere
Contract: Full Time
Salary: £37,000 per annum
As the prestigious and luxurious brand that we are, we are focused on wellness and wellbeing, our delicious food offering also reflects this. Our kitchen brigades are creative, imaginative and have a desire to provide outstanding, wholesome dishes to our guests.
Your main responsibility will be assisting the Head Chef in the management and running of the kitchen ensuring your team stay motivated and all food is prepared to the highest standards.
Other key responsibilities include;
Supporting with menu development and design taking into account the nutritional requirement of Champneys healthy eating cuisine.
Supporting the Head Chef in recruiting, managing, training and performance of all kitchen staff to Champneys high standards.
Taking responsibility for the management and running of the Kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef including supervising of staff.
Updating the People System in relation to daily hours worked by staff members and to complete rotas as instructed in the absence of the Head Chef
Responsible for the preparation and presentation of our buffets and food on the menus.
Maintain & improve standard of service and operating standards, ensuring maximum guest satisfaction
To gain a working knowledge of the Champneys healthy eating philosophy and ensure staff are trained and philosophy is implemented in department
To maintain a high level of cleanliness in the Kitchen ensuring compliance with legislative standards.
To order food items for all outlets checking on prices, quality and quantity. To ensure that the nominated suppliers are used in all occasions.
Control departmental food cost expenditure and to minimize food wastage
Benefits
Being the iconic wellbeing brand that we are you should expect benefits that match our simple vision; to make you feel happier and healthier inside and out.
Not only will you work in great company you will also have access to the following:
Health, Wellness and Wellbeing incentives
Champneys experiences (such an overnight stay or an ultimate spa day experience)
App technology for all our essential forms
In house social media connecting our Champneys Family
Motivating, rewarding and engaging colleague events
Discounted stays for you, your friends and family at any of our Hotels or Resorts
Complimentary Spa Day on completion of your probationary period
50% discount on all Champneys products
Great discounts on our partner products Elemis and Clarins
Discounted membership to our exceptional health clubs
Merlin Entertainments Attraction
Introduce a friend incentive
Long Service celebrations
Free parking
Professional Uniform