Sous Chef – Oak Restaurant at Crazy Bear
Do you have a passion for creating seasonal dishes and a drive to achieve excellence? Join the Crazy Bear Hotel in Stadhampton as our Sous Chef. You’ll play a pivotal role in crafting exceptional, seasonally inspired dishes that elevate our guests’ dining experience. This is an exciting opportunity to lead in a high-quality kitchen with premium ingredients.
Sous Chef Benefits:
- On Target Earnings £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
- Career Development: Access to industry-leading training programs and opportunities to advance within the Crazy Bear.
- 50% off food & drink for up to 4 people.
- 50% off drinks.
- 50% off an overnight stay.
- 50% off Crazy Bear ticketed events.
- Free Yearly overnight stay at any of our hotels.
- A £300 referral bonus for successful new hires.
- Financial recognition reward for going above and beyond.
- Bear of the month reward for employees.
- 28 days of annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays.
- A workplace pension scheme for your peace of mind.
- Perks and Benefits from Hospitality Rewards.
- Additional day off for your Birthday, not taken out of annual leave.
- Additional holiday for length of service, one day per year up to maximum of 33 days inclusive of bank holidays.
Sous Chef Duties:
- Collaborate with the Head Chef in menu development, focusing on locally sourced, sustainable ingredients such as rare-breed meats and fresh, seasonal produce
- Lead and inspire the kitchen team, ensuring the highest standards of food preparation and presentation that align with Michelin aspirations
- Maintain strict food safety and hygiene practices
- Oversee kitchen operations during busy service, ensuring consistency and quality in every dish
- Monitor stock levels, ordering, and wastage to maintain efficiency and profitability
- Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure seamless service and an unforgettable dining experience
- Adapt to a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, to meet the demands of a high-end, fine-dining kitchen
At The Crazy Bear Group, we're all about delivering brilliant service, fostering an outstanding restaurant culture, and showcasing food with provenance. If you're someone who constantly strives for excellence and is driven to provide guests with unforgettable dining experiences, then you're exactly who we're looking for! We're not just a hotel - we're a sanctuary of extravagance, boasting 18 intricately designed bedrooms, English and Thai culinary restaurants, a cocktail bar, private dining rooms, a Moroccan lounge and terrace with Thai massage treatment rooms.
Ready to embark on a journey of luxury and hospitality? Apply now and become a part of The Crazy Bear experience!
If you’re looking for something different, you’ve found it. www.crazybeargroup.co.uk