Senior Sous Chef

Why Join The Vineyard?Our hotel is a spectacular 5 red star hotel and spa, renowned for its impeccable service, 3 AA Rosette restaurant, luxury bubble spa and award-winning 30,000 bottle wine cellar. As a premier wine destination, and a foodie one too, we offer a relaxed, informal and contemporary experience with a team that have individual personalities that shine through.Role Overview:This is a great time to join our team as a Senior Sous Chef you will assist in spearexecutiveing the culinary experience and assist in driving our approach in delivering a high-quality food offering. You will be results driven and you will assist the Executive Chef work closely with our supply chain partners, in house centralised services, and on property kitchen and front of teams to continue developing, researching, and implementing appropriate efficiency and quality changes across all outlets.As a Senior Sous Chef, you will ensure the smooth running of the kitchen teams you are assigned and assume full accountability in the absence of the Executive Chef, acting in their capacity.You will embrace every opportunity to create extra special moments for our guests and provide a personal experience our guests will want to share.Main Responsibilities:Assist in the management of all food and sundry costs through rigorous stock control measuresAnalyse, and present monthly profit and loss commentaries with follow on corrective activity as directed by the Executive ChefAssist with daily / weekly payroll and food cost analysis in accordance with forecasted and materialised revenue levels to ensure optimal performance with overspend corrected within the same trading period and as directed by the Executive ChefMaximising sales and profit while ensuring customer satisfaction at all times.Coaching, training and supporting all chefs to provide consistently high standards, while continually looking to improve.To be highly visible at key service periods focusing attention to detail on culinary deliveryMaintain team focus on the customers need with service personalisationLead and develop the kitchen team through teamwork, skill, initiative and communication and assume a leadership role in support of the Executive Chef during all periods of service.Ensuring that a consistently high level of food preparation is provided, whilst also following the company guidelines and recipesComply with statutory and legal requirements for Hygiene, Health and Safety and other legislation, ensuring that members of the Kitchen Team are also aware of these requirements.You will be a strong team player but also have the initiative to work on your own. You will have a passion for cooking, have excellent attention to detail and be service orientated. You will display confidence, strong business acumen and the ability to forecast sales and achieve budgets. You will be approachable and dedicated to ensure that the highest standards are achieved. You will have the talent to build, develop and motivate a team to deliver excellent levels of customer care.We love to welcome people with different experiences and from different places into our Vineyard family. We want to ensure you get the best experience from the role you begin your journey with us in. To excel within this role, you will have:Experience as a Senior Chef de Partie / Sous Chef,Ideally within a 4 or 5 star operation.You will have previous managerial experience within a similar role.You will work with great people, enjoy your time at work, develop new friendships, networks, and skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes:29 days holidayTraining and development from day oneEmployee events and celebrationsInhouse company interactive employee communication APPEntry to our state-of-the-art gym and poolsHealthy meals to enjoy while you''re working.Access to an external Employee Assistance ProgrammeFinancial Wellbeing App Wagestream, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date.£200 referral bonus when your friends or family join the team.Following your first successful 3 months, youll also receiveAccess to our discounts and wellbeing platform Treat Yourself Here, unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family.Involvement in our employee of the quarter and annual recognition schemesLong service recognitionProbation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two50% discount in our restaurantsCycle to Work SchemeDiscounted room rates for employees, friends, and familySpa treatments and product discountsLife Assurance coverWe encourage you to bring your true self to work. Well provide great training and development opportunities, allowing you to flourish in a fulfilling career, reaching your dreams and aspirations. Our family can never be too big, theres a place here for you. We have one ask - that you bring your personality, ideas, and spark. Were an innovative, thriving business and we want you to be part of our exciting journey.If you wish to be considered for this superb opportunity click apply''. We look forward to hearing from you!Discover the Vineyard Hotel: A Premier Destination for Hospitality Professionals

Nestled in the heart of Berkshire, The Vineyard Hotel is a luxurious haven renowned for its rich wine heritage, exceptional hospitality, and stunning surroundings. Located in Newbury, the hotel is celebrated for its dedication to fine dining and wine, housing an impressive 30,000-bottle wine cellar and offering a unique, wine-inspired experience for guests and team members alike.This five-star property combines elegance with warmth, featuring 49 beautifully designed rooms and suites, each inspired by a different wine-growing region. With its award-winning restaurant, stunning spa facilities, and close proximity to the scenic countryside and historic landmarks, The Vineyard Hotel is not just a destination for guests but also an inspiring place to work, where the commitment to excellence and passion for quality service make it a truly special environment for hospitality professionals.For job seekers, The Vineyard offers the chance to be part of an exceptional team, delivering unforgettable experiences in a setting that beautifully merges tradition with luxury.Become part of the team

We''re in the business of making people happy, that''s why we''re always on the lookout for thoughtful innovators, self-starters and those who truly believe they can make a difference to someone else''s day. If this sounds like the kind of team you''d like to play for, we''d love to hear from ..... full job details .....