Sous Chef – Brasserie Restaurant at Sopwell House
Full-Time Role (48 hours) - £44,000 per annum
Nestled in the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, Sopwell House is a luxury country house hotel known for its award-winning spa, fine dining, and impressive conference and banqueting facilities. With our Brasserie restaurant soon to be undergoing a stunning refurbishment, we are searching for a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join our team and help elevate our dining experience for both our guests and the local community.

Main Responsibilities

• Food Preparation & Quality Control: Prepare and cook dishes to the highest quality standards, adhering to recipes and presentation guidelines. Monitor the quality of food throughout preparation and service, ensuring consistency.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee food quantities and portioning to meet restaurant demand, minimise food waste, and control costs in line with our budgets.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Support and work closely with the Head Chef to ensure smooth kitchen operations. Step in to lead the kitchen team when needed and assist in developing new menu items.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Follow all company health, safety, and hygiene policies. Report maintenance needs, accidents, and any unsafe working conditions.
• Menu Development: Collaborate with the Head Chef and Executive Chef to develop and refine the Brasserie menu in line with seasonal ingredients and local flavour.
• Special Dietary Considerations: Ensure allergens are clearly displayed and alternative options are available for diners with specific dietary needs.

• Assist Banqueting Operations: Support our Banqueting team with culinary expertise during busy functions or events as required.

  What Makes You the Perfect Fit?

• Experience: You are at a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie level with at least 2 years of experience in a similar high-quality restaurant or brasserie setting.

• Qualifications: A diploma or degree in culinary arts, NVQ, or equivalent qualification in a related field.
• Passion for Culinary Excellence: You bring creativity, attention to detail, and a deep appreciation for food and flavours, contributing to an unforgettable dining experience.

• Leadership & Teamwork: You are collaborative, supportive, and ready to lead by example in a busy kitchen environment.

  The Best Bits

• Career Development: Enjoy a wide range of training and development opportunities to further your skills.

• Employee Perks: Free meals, parking, discounted food, beverages, accommodation, and spa treatments.
• Holidays: 28 days holiday per year, plus an extra day for your birthday.
• Competitive Salary & Benefits: We offer an attractive salary and benefits scheme, with staff accommodation available.

As we prepare for the re-opening of our refurbished Brasserie, we invite chefs with a passion for innovative cooking and high standards to join us in creating an exceptional dining experience.
If you are looking to grow your career in a renowned luxury setting, we would love to hear from you!

• Food Preparation & Quality Control: Prepare and cook dishes to the highest quality standards, adhering to recipes and presentation guidelines. Monitor the quality of food throughout preparation and service, ensuring consistency.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee food quantities and portioning to meet restaurant demand, minimise food waste, and control costs in line with our budgets.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Support and work closely with the Head Chef to ensure smooth kitchen operations. Step in to lead the kitchen team when needed and assist in developing new menu items.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Follow all company health, safety, and hygiene policies. Report maintenance needs, accidents, and any unsafe working conditions.
• Menu Development: Collaborate with the Head Chef and Executive Chef to develop and refine the Brasserie menu in line with seasonal ingredients and local flavour.
• Special Dietary Considerations: Ensure allergens are clearly displayed and alternative options are available for diners with specific dietary needs.
• Assist Banqueting Operations: Support our Banqueting team with culinary expertise during busy functions or events as required