About this role
As Sous Chef you will prepare and deliver excellent standards of food quality at all times, paying particular attention to the dish specifications to ensure that all dishes are prepared, cooked and delivered correctly, first time. You’ll create a great work environment bring life to kitchen excellence by driving the passion for food in the hotel, and at the same time encourage learning, and share knowledge and pride throughout the whole team.
Provides clear sense of direction and purpose by working with the team to translate the clear objectives of the businessesLeads by example, motivates and inspires the teamEffectively coaches, supports and develops the teamCommunicates all Company and Brand information to the teamEncourages feedback and actively celebrates success within the teamEnsures all legal standards are maintained in terms of Food safety, health & safety, fire and security for guests and team membersWork with the Kitchen Manager to review your department’s performance, utilising the appropriate tools in place i.e., External Stock Results, External Audits, EHOMaintain accurate reports, records and food & safety compliance related documentationUnderstand budgetary constraints, profit flow through and commercial levers within the business such as effective cost management to maximise performance against financial measures whilst protecting Guest Experience and food standardsMaximising the profit potential of all revenue streams – restaurant/bar/functionsGuest
Monitors Food Complaints, taking action to ensure issues are resolved to the guest’s satisfaction.Reviews social media for the hotel with the kitchen team, taking their views on board and making changes where necessary to addressGet to know and understand your guests and anticipate their needs and expectations – seek feedback to help make things better.Carry out open and close-down procedures at specific times. Experienced Chef (Level 2 NVQ in professional cookeryPassion for food and a great understanding of cookingA strong leader of teamsHighly organised, confident, and self-motivatedHigh levels of energy and driveAbility to stay calm and focused under pressure.Previous responsibility for purchasing. An opportunity like this at Frasers is for the fearless. The potential is massive, the experience unrivalled. To be able to make the most of it you need to live and breathe our principles:
Think without limits and take the team with youOwn it and back yourselfBe relevant to people, partners and the planet