Job Description

Job description

TITLE:

Sous Chef

BASED:

Retreat East, Hemingstone, Suffolk

RETREAT EAST:

Retreat East is a luxury retreat and boutique hotel, comprising of individual barns for guest accommodation, restaurant, spa and events. As Chef De Partie, you would be part of a passionate and ambitious team, producing high quality food and service in a luxury venue for resident, external and event guests. This role would suit something who has a passion for using fresh, quality ingredients, providinga luxury service and who is sustainability conscious. Supported by a fantastic Front of House team, you will be part of a work family that is supportive and works together to achieve the same goal.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

The candidate will liaise with the Head Chef on a daily basis to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen:

Produce fantastic food to a high level, including breakfast, brasserie style lunch and dinner, afternoon tea and events. Ensure accurate records are kept at all times relating to the food production and wastage for all service periods. Ensure that all foods are labelled, stored and handled in accordance to Health and Safety requirements. Menus must be followed to ensure all financial targets are achieved. Fully manage your section; this includes orders, food preparation, service and handovers. Maintain the standards set by the Head Chef and ensure these standards are adhered to on a daily basis and in the Head Chef's absence.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in a hotel environment. Great time-management skills. A positive and welcoming attitude. Commitment to delivering a high level of customer and client satisfaction. Excellent personal presentation standards. Ability to work effectively and positively as part of a team.

WHAT WE OFFER:

A chance to work with energetic and career-driven individuals in a fantastic venue. Using produce from our own kitchen garden. Focus on minimal waste and sustainable cooking. Fun working environment. Great tips and discounts. Constantly developing business with exciting projects.
Hours: 45 hour per week contract

Package: Salary 38,000 p.a. depending on experience, plus a share of the monthly tip pool. Free on-site parking, discounted food and stays, free use of the on site gym.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking On-site gym On-site parking
Application question(s):

Do you hold a drivers licence? Do you have your own transport to reach the site? Do you have experience in a similar role?
Work Location: In person