Senior Sous Chef

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Senior Sous Chef | Luxury Boutique Hotel | Guildford

Location: Guildford, Surrey

Package: £35,000 + £4,000 Tronc (£39,000 OTE)

The Opportunity

Are you a Chef looking for afresh-food kitchen within one of the UK’s most respected luxury collections. Known for their stunning coastal and city properties, this group offers the stability of a large company with the feel of a high-end boutique brand.

The Rewards & Benefits

• Financials: £35k Basic + £4k Tronc.
• Progression: Bespoke career pathways
• Lifestyle: Incredible discounts on stays and dining across their nationwide portfolio of luxury hotels and spas.
• Support: Employee Assistance Program, premium discounts, and meals provided on duty.

The Role

As Senior Sous Chef, you will be a key leader in a high-energy, high-volume kitchen. You will work with the best seasonal ingredients to deliver premium dishes to a discerning local and resident clientele.

• Leadership: Take full charge of the kitchen and brigade in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Commercials: Drive FCOS targets, stock control, and kitchen margins.
• Standards: Maintain 5* hygiene levels and ensure every plate leaves the pass perfectly.

What You’ll Need

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years at Junior Sous or Sous Chef level.
• Background: Proven experience in high-volume, fresh-food environments (
• Skills: Strong understanding of kitchen finance, GP, and health & safety legislation.
• Drive: A “lead by example” attitude and a passion for mentoring junior chefs.

Consultant: Bradley Baxendale

Job Number: 935262 / INDCHEFS

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