Sous Chef – The Redcliffe Hotel

Luxury | History | England 

Set in 3 acres of gardens on a spur dividing the 2 sandy beaches of Paignton and Preston, this traditional seafront hotel was built in 1856. It’s a 6-minute walk from Paignton Pier and 3 miles from Torquay. This traditional, iconic property provides a great base for exploring the English Riviera and the Jurassic Coast. 

The Redcliffe has 70 ensuite rooms, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness suite and 2 seaside restaurants. The Redcliffe has many unique features, including direct access to the beach via a tunnel. Over the coming months an extensive redevelop programme is being undertaken to transform The Redcliffe into an opulent and luxurious place to stay. 

The Role:

As a Sous Chef you will play a crucial role in assisting the Head Chef in managing the kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, and contributing to menu development. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop and refine menu items and suggest improvements to existing offerings.
• Choose the finest ingredients and maintain inventory to ensure freshness and quality.
• Conduct regular inspections to maintain the highest standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Address any issues related to food consistency, flavour, or presentation promptly.
• Supervise and mentor kitchen staff, providing guidance and support to ensure optimal performance. 

The Benefits

• 28 Days holiday
• Extra days holiday for your birthday
• Free meals on shift
• Free Gym access on-site
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Exclusive Employee discounts on accommodation, attractions & dining across the THC Group.

The Person

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a rated hotel, restaurant, Catering for a large number of plated meals.
• Strong culinary skills and a passion for creating exceptional dishes.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Working schedule

Weekday shifts, Flexible, potentially including weekends and holidays.

Full time, to be discussed at interview.

 Sous Chef – The Redcliffe Hotel

Luxury | History | England 

Set in 3 acres of gardens on a spur dividing the 2 sandy beaches of Paignton and Preston, this traditional seafront hotel was built in 1856. It’s a 6-minute walk from Paignton Pier and 3 miles from Torquay. This traditional, iconic property provides a great base for exploring the English Riviera and the Jurassic Coast. 

The Redcliffe has 70 ensuite rooms, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness suite and 2 seaside restaurants. The Redcliffe has many unique features, including direct access to the beach via a tunnel. Over the coming months an extensive redevelop programme is being undertaken to transform The Redcliffe into an opulent and luxurious place to stay. 

The Role:

As a Sous Chef you will play a crucial role in assisting the Head Chef in managing the kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, and contributing to menu development. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop and refine menu items and suggest improvements to existing offerings.
• Choose the finest ingredients and maintain inventory to ensure freshness and quality.
• Conduct regular inspections to maintain the highest standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Address any issues related to food consistency, flavour, or presentation promptly.
• Supervise and mentor kitchen staff, providing guidance and support to ensure optimal performance. 

The Benefits

• 28 Days holiday
• Extra days holiday for your birthday
• Free meals on shift
• Free Gym access on-site
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Exclusive Employee discounts on accommodation, attractions & dining across the THC Group.

The Person

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a rated hotel, restaurant, Catering for a large number of plated meals.
• Strong culinary skills and a passion for creating exceptional dishes.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Working schedule

Weekday shifts, Flexible, potentially including weekends and holidays.

Full time, to be discussed at interview.