Junior Sous Chef

Junior Sous Chef

DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds
Permanent | Full Time | Includes evenings and weekends

Take the next step in your kitchen career

At DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds, food is a big part of the experience we create. From breakfast and restaurant service to weddings and special occasions, our Kitchen team works across a varied and busy hotel operation.

Set in a beautiful Georgian manor house overlooking Lilley Brook Golf Course, just minutes from Cheltenham town centre and the Cotswolds, our hotel is part of the Hilton family and managed by Michels & Taylor.

We’re looking for a talented and motivated Junior Sous Chef to join our Kitchen team. This is a varied role across the hotel, with a particular focus on supporting the delivery of our events business.

About the role

As Junior Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef to keep the Kitchen running smoothly, maintain consistently high standards and support the development of the wider team.

You’ll be hands-on during service, help organise the day-to-day operation and step up to deputise for the Sous Chef and Head Chef when required. These responsibilities reflect the leadership and operational scope set out in the role profile.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef with the day-to-day running of the Kitchen
• Supervising food preparation and production across Kitchen areas
• Taking a lead in supporting food preparation and service for our Conference & Events business
• Ensuring food is prepared, presented and served consistently to a high standard
• Monitoring food quality, temperatures and portion control
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene, HACCP and Kitchen cleanliness standards
• Supporting effective stock control and minimising food waste
• Training, coaching and supporting new and existing team members
• Helping organise the team and allocate duties in line with business levels
• Supporting rotas and effective communication across the Kitchen
• Deputising for the Senior Sous Chef and Head Chef when required

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience as a Junior Sous Chef, Chef de Partie or in a similar Kitchen role
• A passion for producing great food and maintaining high standards
• Confidence supporting and leading a Kitchen team
• Strong organisation and communication skills
• A good understanding of food hygiene and HACCP
• A calm, hands-on approach in a busy Kitchen
• Experience of banqueting or event catering would be an advantage
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and around the needs of the business

This could also be a great next step for an experienced Chef de Partie who is ready to take on more responsibility.

Why you’ll love working with us

When you join DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds, you’ll enjoy:

• Discounted stays at Hilton Worldwide and Michels & Taylor managed hotels
• 50% off food and drink
• Free use of the Health Club including gym, pool and sauna
• Discounts on spa treatments and selected products
• Access to HSF Health Plan and Perkbox rewards
• Recognition programmes and regular team celebrations
• Career development and training opportunities
• Meals provided whilst on duty
• Free parking

Ready for your next step?

If you’re passionate about great food, enjoy being part of a busy Kitchen and are ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Click Apply to start your journey with DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds.

You must have the right to work in the UK.

If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Pay: Up to £36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person