Job Description

Join the Daish's Hotels Team as a Sous Chef!

Are you passionate about food and eager to take your culinary career to the next level? Daish's Hotels is looking for a talented

Sous Chef

to join our growing family-run business!

What We Offer:

Competitive salary up to

31,941 per annum

(based on 45 hours/week, varied shifts up to 6 days/week) Continuous, year-round employment --

we never close for winter!

Incremental and performance-based pay reviews Flexible working hours, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays (kitchen closes by 8:30pm) Breakfast shifts starting from 7am A supportive mental wellbeing and financial assistance package

Extra paid day off on your birthday

Refer a friend and

split 100!

Enjoy our exclusive

"Take your family on a Daish's holiday" scheme

-- 4 nights with breakfast, dinner, room, travel, and entertainment for as little as 95 per holiday!

About the Role:

As Sous Chef, you'll play a crucial role in preparing delicious meals for up to 150 guests within a 45-minute service window for both breakfast and dinner. You'll receive full training through our Daish's Training Academy to develop your kitchen management skills, work with set menus, and ensure every dish meets our high standards of taste, presentation, and food safety.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Prepare food as directed by the Head Chef and develop your own dishes independently and collaboratively Assist in menu implementation and contribute new culinary ideas Maintain kitchen equipment alongside the Head Chef Train new kitchen staff Support monthly stocktaking and daily stock replenishment Maintain legislative records (SFBB logs, labeling systems) for inspections Uphold Health & Safety standards and foster a safe work environment

What We're Looking For:

Experience in a commercial kitchen environment Ability to manage responsibilities and multitask under pressure Knowledge of culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes Confidence, enthusiasm, and competence in the kitchen Awareness of Health & Safety regulations Experience in coaching hotel catering is a plus

About Daish's Holidays:

We are a fast-growing family-run holiday operator with 12 stunning UK hotels and a fleet of luxury coaches. Our award-winning team is passionate about providing

Clean and Comfortable Accommodation, Good Food, Great Entertainment, and Friendly Service

. Six of our hotels won the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2023, and

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Sous Chef Opportunity - Join the Team at Daish's Hotels

Daish's Hotels is excited to offer a fantastic career opportunity for a

Sous Chef

to join our dedicated culinary team.

Salary & Benefits:

Competitive salary up to (after probation) 31,941 per annum, based on a 45-hour work week. Flexible shift patterns, working up to 6 days per week including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. Our kitchens close by 8:30 pm to support a healthy work-life balance. Breakfast shifts commence at 7:00 am. Continuous year-round employment--no winter closures. Incremental and performance-based pay reviews. Employee referral bonus: share 100 when you recommend a friend who joins our team. Comprehensive mental wellbeing and financial support packages. Extra paid day off on your birthday. Exclusive "Take Your Family on a Daish's Holiday" scheme--enjoy 4 nights' accommodation, breakfast, dinner, travel, and entertainment from just 95.

About the Role:

As a Sous Chef at Daish's Hotels, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences for up to 150 guests within a 45-minute service window at both breakfast and dinner. You will receive full training through our Daish's Training Academy, supporting your development in kitchen management, set menu preparation, and upholding the highest standards in food quality, presentation, and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare meals according to the Head Chef's direction and demonstrate creativity by developing your own dishes. Assist in menu development and ensure variety, quality, and consistency in all food served. Collaborate with the Head Chef to maintain kitchen equipment and service standards. Train and mentor new kitchen staff. Support stock management, including monthly stocktaking and daily replenishment as needed. Maintain all required health, safety, and food safety records, including SFBB logs and labelling, ensuring compliance with internal and external inspections. Promote and uphold a safe working environment in line with company Health & Safety policies.

Candidate Profile:

Proven experience in a commercial kitchen environment. Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining high performance under pressure. Strong knowledge of culinary trends and kitchen processes. Enthusiastic, confident, and competent in food preparation and kitchen management. Familiarity with Health & Safety regulations relating to kitchen operations. Experience in a coaching hotel setting is advantageous but not essential. Commitment to embodying the company's values and contributing positively to the team culture.

About Daish's Hotels:

Daish's Holidays is a rapidly growing, family-run holiday operator with 12 exceptional hotels across the UK and a fleet of luxury coaches. Our continued expansion brings exciting opportunities for talented individuals to join our team. At the heart of our operation are our core values:

Clean and Comfortable Accommodation, Good Food, Great Entertainment, and Friendly Service.

We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional value and have received numerous accolades, including six TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards in 2023 and a nomination for the 2023 British Travel Awards for Best Company for UK Coach/Touring Holidays.

If you are passionate about culinary excellence and eager to develop your career with a leading holiday operator, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,816.00-31,941.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Employee discount Free parking
Application question(s):

What is your current Level of Food Hygiene Certification
Work Location: In person