Sous Chef | Historic 4* Hotel | Tadcaster at Chefs for Chefs ltd

Tadcaster, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Mar, 26

Salary

30000.0

Posted On

05 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sous Chef, Banqueting Experience, Leadership, Organizational Skills, Communication, Teamwork, Creativity, Food Safety, Quality Standards

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Venue - Boutique Hotel Sous Chef 📍 Tadcaster 💷 Salary: From £30,000 per year + Tips What Our Client Offers Service charge & gratuity share Free on-site parking 50% discount on Food & Beverage for employees 20% discount on Food & Beverage for friends & family 20% off Spa treatments for employees 10% off Spa treatments for friends & family 20% off accommodation for friends & family Complimentary hot and cold meals during shifts No split shifts & flexible weekly rotas Overtime availability Fully funded apprenticeship and development opportunities Inclusive, family-style culture Pension scheme Job Overview Our client is seeking an enthusiastic, friendly, and outgoing Sous Chef to join their exceptional kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a busy, high-quality environment that caters to a wide range of events — from beautiful weddings and innovative corporate functions to exclusive multi-day occasions. The kitchen team prides itself on creativity, precision, and teamwork, and we’re looking for a Sous Chef who shares that passion for excellence. If you’re ready for a new challenge where every day brings something different, we’d love to hear from you. About Our Client Our client operates a stunning, historic 4-star property surrounded by beautiful woodland on the outskirts of Tadcaster. The venue features 32 bedrooms, several event and wedding spaces, a restaurant, bar-lounge, and alfresco dining. They are a proudly independent business with a true focus on Yorkshire hospitality — offering a warm welcome, attention to detail, and memorable guest experiences. Their team is the heart and soul of the property, ensuring every guest leaves with lasting memories. Core Values Providing warm, friendly, and knowledgeable service Caring for guests and colleagues through attention and proactivity Creating a relaxed, “home from home” experience Maintaining cleanliness and professionalism in every area Showing passion and pride in everything they do Upholding a “can-do” culture that exceeds expectations Your Role As Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with and support the Head Chef in leading and motivating the kitchen brigade. You’ll help deliver outstanding dishes with consistency, creativity, and superb attention to detail. This role requires strong banqueting experience (ideally in at least a 1-rosette environment) and a proactive, positive approach. Being able to drive is advantageous due to the location. Duties & Responsibilities Assist in preparing and presenting high-quality dishes to the highest standards Supervise, train, and motivate the kitchen team Collaborate with the Head Chef on menu planning and new dish development Manage stock control, ordering, and inventory Ensure full compliance with food hygiene and safety standards Maintain an organised, clean, and efficient kitchen environment Support smooth service operations and handle guest requests professionally What We’re Looking For Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar in fine dining or high-volume catering Strong background in banqueting and event catering Excellent leadership and organisational skills Strong communication and teamwork abilities A creative, driven approach to cooking Commitment to maintaining high food safety and quality standards

Responsibilities

As Sous Chef, you will assist the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team and ensuring the preparation of high-quality dishes. You will also supervise and train the kitchen staff while managing stock control and maintaining food hygiene standards.