SOUS CHEF - BANQUETING - Harrogate
SOUS CHEF - BANQUETING
Full Time
Competitive rate of pay plus monthly service charge, typically 2,400 annually
45 hours
Nestled in the North Yorkshire countryside, Grantley Hall is a five-star, 17th-century property offering a blend of stately grandeur and contemporary luxury. A leader in luxury hospitality, it was the first UK hotel to achieve Hospitality Assured World Class Status and also received a Two MICHELIN Key Distinction in 2024. As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and PoB Hotels, it features 47 opulent rooms and suites, five restaurants, three bars, an award-winning spa, and a cutting-edge gym, making Grantley Hall a truly distinctive luxury experience.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing the brigade ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient running of the kitchen operation
* Demonstrating a committed approach to the development of creative menus and service in the kitchen
* Ensuring the quality of food is of the exceptional standard expected when dining at Grantley Hall
* Continually striving towards achievement and improvement
* Ensuring the Head Chef is kept aware of any relevant feedback from either the hotel guests or team
* Assisting on sections or help with other duties when required
* Training and delegation of tasks to the junior members of the team
* Ordering on a daily basis, whilst keeping in mind stock usage, menu planning and business levels
* The cleanliness, stock control, organisation and standards of the kitchen
Key Skills, Qualities & Experience
* A true passion for food
* The enthusiasm and willingness to learn
* Good kitchen & knife skills
* A thorough understanding of health & safety and food safety guidelines within the kitchen
* A willingness to work to the high standards that are demanded from a luxury establishment
* Innovation, creativity and attention to detail
* Relish the pressure of the kitchen environment
* Experience of supervising and guiding others
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits and have excellent opportunities for career development and provide exceptional training programmes for all employees:
* Tips typically over £200 per month (£2,400 per year)
* Complimentary bespoke uniform and chef whites
* Complimentary meals whilst on duty
* Refer a Friend bonus - Earn up to £1000
* Complimentary employee car parking
* Complimentary state of the art onsite gym - with personal trainer support
* 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays) increasing with service
* Professional development opportunities at all levels
* Reimbursement on work shoes, sight tests and professional memberships
* Modern and spacious discounted live in accommodation for eligible roles
* Access to hundreds of exclusive employee benefits, rewards and discounts targeted specifically at the hospitality sector.
* We celebrate success. With an annual awards ceremony as well team events and incentives.
* Employee Assistance Programme helpline and online support, along with wellbeing champions onsite
* Team Member of the Month Awards
* Discount on Grantley Halls Restaurants, Spa products and Gift Shop
* Discounted stays at Grantley Hall, as well as other Pride of Britain Hotels
* Cycle to work scheme
* Access to Wagestream, allowing you to instantly access your wages
* Simplyhealth - Health cash plan
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