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Sous Chef
The Redcliffe Hotel
Full Time
2 Years Experience
Coins Icon Up to £29000 / Year
Sous Chef
The Redcliffe Hotel

Full Time
2 Years Experience
Coins Icon Up to £29000 / Year
Skills
Safe Food Handling
Communication
Kitchen Safety
Menu Development
Teamwork
Description

The Person                                                                                                                                                         

You'll have proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role, have a desire for culinary excellence, with excellent time management, communication and a positive, customer-focused attitude to create a seamless morning dining experience. 

As part of the team, you’ll embody the spirit of the Tudor Hotels Collection — where Perfection is not a goal, but our everyday standard. We take Pride in our contribution, showing up as professionals, as leaders, and as a team that delivers extraordinary results together. And above all, we are committed to Making every visitor a VIP—offering exceptional, personalised service that makes every guest feel truly valued.

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. You will have a strong culinary background, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences.

Responsibilities include

  • Create visually appealing dishes and desserts that leave a lasting impression on customers 
  • Conduct regular inspections to maintain the highest standards of food quality, taste, and presentation 
  • Manage day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring a smooth workflow and efficient use of resources and assist in managing kitchen inventory, including stock rotation, ordering, and minimising waste
  • Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines, ensuring the pastry kitchen complies with all health and safety regulations
  • You will work towards fostering a positive and collaborative work environment and mentoring kitchen staff, providing guidance and support

 Required Skills & Experience 

  • Proven experience as a Sous Chef, or in a similar leadership role
  • Strong culinary skills and a passion for creating exceptional dishes  
  • Ability to work efficiently in a high-pressure environment and demonstrate excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills is essential  
  • Attention to detail and creativity while maintaining the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations

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

Working Schedule

  • Full Time
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

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 Person                                                                                                                                                         

You'll have proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role, have a desire for culinary excellence, with excellent time management, communication and a positive, customer-focused attitude to create a seamless morning dining experience. 

As part of the team, you’ll embody the spirit of the Tudor Hotels Collection — where Perfection is not a goal, but our everyday standard. We take Pride in our contribution, showing up as professionals, as leaders, and as a team that delivers extraordinary results together. And above all, we are committed to Making every visitor a VIP—offering exceptional, personalised service that makes every guest feel truly valued.

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. You will have a strong culinary background, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences.

Responsibilities include

  • Create visually appealing dishes and desserts that leave a lasting impression on customers 
  • Conduct regular inspections to maintain the highest standards of food quality, taste, and presentation 
  • Manage day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring a smooth workflow and efficient use of resources and assist in managing kitchen inventory, including stock rotation, ordering, and minimising waste
  • Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines, ensuring the pastry kitchen complies with all health and safety regulations
  • You will work towards fostering a positive and collaborative work environment and mentoring kitchen staff, providing guidance and support

 Required Skills & Experience 

  • Proven experience as a Sous Chef, or in a similar leadership role
  • Strong culinary skills and a passion for creating exceptional dishes  
  • Ability to work efficiently in a high-pressure environment and demonstrate excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills is essential  
  • Attention to detail and creativity while maintaining the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations

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

Working Schedule

  • Full Time
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

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.