Sous Chef

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Location : York, North Yorkshire, UK Salary : £32,000 per annum + service charge Contract Type : Permanent Hours : 40 hours per week Hotel Rating : 4-Star Branded Hotel

Are you an experienced Sous Chef looking for a stable, supportive kitchen environment with excellent work-life balance? We are recruiting for a fantastic opportunity within a well-established, internationally recognised hotel brand located in the heart of York. This modern hotel features over 140 bedrooms, multiple meeting and event spaces, and a busy food & beverage operation catering to both leisure and corporate guests. With a strong and calm leadership team, this is an ideal role for a Sous Chef seeking long-term stability, team culture, and the chance to work across a variety of services without the pressure of a high-end fine dining kitchen. About Us : We are a busy, city-centre hotel operating a vibrant food offering including conferences, events, afternoon tea, and seasonal functions. With a terrace area that becomes particularly popular in the summer months, the hotel offers a dynamic yet well-organised working environment.

The brigade consists of 9 chefs, led by a highly regarded and calm Head Chef, contributing to a positive atmosphere and low staff turnover. Many team members have been with the business for several years, reflecting the supportive culture and work-life balance on offer. What We Offer :

Competitive Salary: £32,000 per annum Service Charge: Approximately £80£100 per month Work-Life Balance: Predominantly late shifts (around 12pm starts), minimal mornings Stable Team: Work within a long-standing, supportive brigade Flexible Weekends: Not required to work every weekend Holiday: 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Environment: Calm, well-structured kitchen with manageable service levels Accessibility: City centre location with free parking available Career Stability: Ideal for chefs seeking longevity rather than constant moves Key Responsibilities :

Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen Lead and manage a team of chefs across multiple service periods Deliver consistent quality across lunch, dinner, events, and afternoon tea Assist in overseeing conference and event catering, including seasonal functions Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen organisation Support training and development of junior team members Ensure smooth service during busy seasonal periods such as Easter, summer, and Christmas Requirements :

Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef Ideally 23 years experience within a similar hotel or high-volume environment Proven stability and longevity within previous roles Strong leadership and team management skills Ability to work calmly under pressure in a structured kitchen Passion for consistent, quality food rather than fine dining complexity Must have the right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available) How to Apply for Sous Chef Job: If youre a dedicated Sous Chef looking for a long-term role within a supportive, well-run hotel kitchen, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your culinary career within a respected and growing hospitality environment.

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