Total 132 F&B / Tourism / Hospitality job vacancies in Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4LS

Chef de Partie job with Live in:

An amazing Chef de Partie job in a well-known Luxury 4* Hotel establishment, is available for a dedicated and passionate chef.

Join the team at a renowned 4* Luxury Hotel with an exceptional culinary reputation, awarded 1 Rosette for fine dining excellence. This is the perfect opportunity for a passionate Chef de Partie looking to advance their career in a dynamic kitchen environment.

Chef de Partie job with Live in Highlights:

• Salary: £30,000 per year + Tips
• Work Schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off (45 hours per week)
• Shifts: Straight shifts only
• Environment: Stunning venue with exceptional 1 AA Rosette standards
• Progression: Be part of a large, supportive team with room to grow
• Accommodation: Live-in option available

If you’re passionate about fine dining and ready to take your culinary skills to the next level, apply now to this Chef de Partie job with Live in within a prestigious 4* Luxury Hotel!

We are looking for an outstanding Cook who’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference.

You’ll be working 30 hours a week at Cygnet Storthfield House, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

Cygnet Storthfield House is a 22 bed specialist high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men in Derbyshire. The service is dedicated to providing a high quality environment for promoting long-term recovery.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

With us, you’ll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.

Your day-to-day...

• Prepare, cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising meals
• Provide special diets, taking into account individual preferences & needs
• Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients’ nutritional & dietary needs
• Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and Food Hygiene Regulations
• Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures
• Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Pension scheme
• “Cycle to work” scheme & employee discount saving

You are...

• A skilled Cook who can work under pressure
• Preferably experienced in the care sector
• Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets
• The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards
• Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external quests at all times
• An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels
• Able to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

kitchen team member | part time

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. whether you’re looking to start a career in the kitchen or just looking for a wok inspired side hustle this could be the role for you. with over 165 uk restaurants and growing, we’re on a mission to nourish us all from bowl to soul

the role |

as a kitchen team member at wagamama you'll play a key role in our kitchen, preparing and serving our fresh food to standard with care. working alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, not only will you gain key life skills at wagamama, you'll make great friends too, all whilst ensuring that our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way

if you...

• would love to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• have a genuine passion for fresh food, we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• like buzzing environments, keeping organised and have excellent attention to detail
• foster a positive, inclusive work environment and empower others to thrive through training and personal growth opportunities

we’d love to hear from you

wok’s in it for you |

• weekly pay + share of the tips
• flexible hours to support your side hustle
• free food on shift – yes anything from our menu! plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends + family
• an industry leading family friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• fresh clean uniform provided by us for each shift
• be the first to experience our brand-new menus
• wagamama parties throughout the year with vip guests
• be known nationwide as a wok star – our national recognition programme

in addition to this, we offer the usual such as, pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail + leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships + long service awards

be you be wagamama

wagamama is proudly part of disability confident

*100% of tips go to our teams. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way

kitchen team member | full time

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. whether you’re looking to start a career in the kitchen or just looking for a wok inspired side hustle this could be the role for you. with over 165 uk restaurants and growing, we’re on a mission to nourish us all from bowl to soul

the role |

as a kitchen team member at wagamama you'll play a key role in our kitchen, preparing and serving our fresh food to standard with care. working alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, not only will you gain key life skills at wagamama, you'll make great friends too, all whilst ensuring that our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way

if you...

• would love to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• have a genuine passion for fresh food, we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• like buzzing environments, keeping organised and have excellent attention to detail
• foster a positive, inclusive work environment and empower others to thrive through training and personal growth opportunities

we’d love to hear from you

wok’s in it for you |

• weekly pay + share of the tips
• flexible hours to support your side hustle
• free food on shift – yes anything from our menu! plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends + family
• an industry leading family friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• fresh clean uniform provided by us for each shift
• be the first to experience our brand-new menus
• wagamama parties throughout the year with vip guests
• be known nationwide as a wok star – our national recognition programme

in addition to this, we offer the usual such as, pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail + leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships + long service awards

be you be wagamama

wagamama is proudly part of disability confident

*100% of tips go to our teams. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way

Are you looking for a part-time chef role where you can be creative and work with a dedicated team? If so, join Field House as a Weekend Chef working 15 hours a week.

As a crucial part of the kitchen team, you’ll play a vital role in crafting daily meals for service users, staff and visitors. Dive into food preparation and elevate your role by providing guidance and training to your peers.

There are regular activities, events and special occasions throughout the year which you’ll also cater for – World Food day, Christmas, Easter, Family Day and many more. In other words, plenty of chance to be creative and do something different.

It’s a calm and pleasurable working environment, where you’ll be able to manage your workload and enjoy creating delicious meals. There’s a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly.

As a Weekend Chef you will be:

• Supporting the Head Chef for the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Maintaining good food storage procedures and stock rotation according to established procedures.
• Preparing, planning and cooking meals to a consistently high standard, taking account of any special requests or dietary requirements within the unit.
• Serving service users, staff and visitors with food and beverage in a professional and courteous services manner.
• Preparing and producing foods for conferences and banquets.
• Participating in food costings through effective cost control procedures.
• Adhering to the ‘Safer Food Better Business’ standards and record keeping.
• Adhering strictly to Food Hygiene Regulations and other safety procedures at all times.
• Taking full shift responsibility for the catering operation
• Assisting the Head Chef by researching and creating new menus ensuring meals are of a high quality and compliment healthy eating guidelines.
• Correctly filling of all paperwork in relation to the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point system (HACCP) i.e. Fridge temperatures, food temperature logs and cleaning schedules

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• To be 18 years or older
• GCSE or equivalent English
• City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 (or equivalent) Basic Food Preparation Cooking
• Basic Food Hygiene (essential)
• Intermediate Food hygiene (desirable)
• Previous experience in a similar environment
• Previous experience in delivering a service on mass
• Menu planning, costing, ordering, stock control and budget experience

· Where you will be working:

Location: Chesterfield Road, Shirland, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 7DT

You will be working at Field House and Apartments - a 16 bed specialist rehabilitation service for women with a Mental Illness and/or Personality Disorder.

The service offers a blended model of rehabilitation that combines a traditional rehabilitation environment with single and dual occupancy apartments, to provide a seamless care pathway for women with a Mental Illness and/or Personality Disorder and a history of trauma and/or attachment disorders.

You will work in an environment where there is a strong emphasis on positive risk taking which enables self-reliance and builds trust and self-esteem, with a focus on psychological input.

What you will get as a Weekend Chef:

• Hourly Rate of £13.20
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave – (inc Bank Holidays) plus your birthday off! (Pro Rata)
• Free meals and parking
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.
• Pension contribution to secure your future.
• Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
• Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.

There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more.

About your next employer:

You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Sales Consultant, Venue Based - Will Sector

An exciting opportunity has arisen within one of the leading legal services providers in the UK.

Our name is Simpler Law.

Fantastic work/life balance.

Uncapped commission structure, average earnings of £1,000 to £1,500 per week.

As a sales consultant you will promote the importance of having a will and highlighting the potential pitfalls if one is not in place, direct to the public.

You will work within a variety of high footfall venues across your region that the company will arrange on your behalf.

Previous sales agent experience within the will sector is not required as we provide the very best in terms of training. This opportunity is all about people.

This role is all about helping individuals plan for the future and are made aware of just how important it is.

If you are hardworking, passionate, outgoing and looking to become part of a great company, then look no further.

We are a highly respected, quality organisation, that drives our business forward through a consistency of delivery and simply doing things the right way.

Job Role:

· To Sell Wills using our promotional offers.

· Book clients into a consultation with our expert advisors, engaging with potential clients to discuss their estate planning needs in high footfall venues provided by us.

· Effectively communicate the importance of comprehensive estate planning and explain how we guide clients through the process.

Job Requirements:

· Proven sales experience preferred.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Self-motivated with a high level of autonomy.

· Integrity and commitment to client confidentiality.

· You must be able to drive with your own vehicle.

Benefits:

· Uncapped commission structure, average earnings of £1,000 to £1,500 per week.

· Weekly pay.

· Flexibility to give you a great work/life balance.

· Opportunity to make a positive impact on clients' lives.

· Supportive work environment.

· All equipment is provided to assist you in your role.

We are seeking sales focused individuals with enthusiasm, empathy, personality and a passion for people.

You bring that and we’ll bring the training and the pathway to a rewarding future.

Send us your CV and we will call you with further information.

Commis Chef Ashbourne, Derbyshire 4 day week Live in available

This stunning multi award winning country house hotel set in acres of Gardens and woodlands is looking for an Apprentice chef or Commis Chef to join their team.

The Head Chef is looking for somebody with previous experience of cooking with fresh ingredients He is happy to train up somebody who has a passion for cooking.

Applicants will ideally need to live in the Ashbourne, Cheadle, Matlock, Belper, Uttoxeter or Derby area with their own transport

Benefits
Base Salary of upto £24,000 (depending upon experience)
Potential for a 4 day week (4 days on 3 days off)
Share of Staff Tips
Live In available
Meals on Duty
Free Parking

If you are looking for a position like this or something similar, please quote Reference number PSC215689

To apply for the position, you must be legally able to work in the UK

Email your upto date CV directly to contactus@premierselection.co.uk

kitchen team member | part time

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. whether you’re looking to start a career in the kitchen or just looking for a wok inspired side hustle this could be the role for you. with over 165 uk restaurants and growing, we’re on a mission to nourish us all from bowl to soul

the role |

as a kitchen team member at wagamama you'll play a key role in our kitchen, preparing and serving our fresh food to standard with care. working alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, not only will you gain key life skills at wagamama, you'll make great friends too, all whilst ensuring that our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way

if you...

• would love to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• have a genuine passion for fresh food, we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• like buzzing environments, keeping organised and have excellent attention to detail
• foster a positive, inclusive work environment and empower others to thrive through training and personal growth opportunities

we’d love to hear from you

wok’s in it for you |

• weekly pay + share of the tips
• flexible hours to support your side hustle
• free food on shift – yes anything from our menu! plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends + family
• an industry leading family friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• fresh clean uniform provided by us for each shift
• be the first to experience our brand-new menus
• wagamama parties throughout the year with vip guests
• be known nationwide as a wok star – our national recognition programme

in addition to this, we offer the usual such as, pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail + leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships + long service awards

be you be wagamama

wagamama is proudly part of disability confident

*100% of tips go to our teams. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way

kitchen team member | full time

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. whether you’re looking to start a career in the kitchen or just looking for a wok inspired side hustle this could be the role for you. with over 165 uk restaurants and growing, we’re on a mission to nourish us all from bowl to soul

the role |

as a kitchen team member at wagamama you'll play a key role in our kitchen, preparing and serving our fresh food to standard with care. working alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, not only will you gain key life skills at wagamama, you'll make great friends too, all whilst ensuring that our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way

if you...

• would love to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• have a genuine passion for fresh food, we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• like buzzing environments, keeping organised and have excellent attention to detail
• foster a positive, inclusive work environment and empower others to thrive through training and personal growth opportunities

we’d love to hear from you

wok’s in it for you |

• weekly pay + share of the tips
• flexible hours to support your side hustle
• free food on shift – yes anything from our menu! plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends + family
• an industry leading family friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• fresh clean uniform provided by us for each shift
• be the first to experience our brand-new menus
• wagamama parties throughout the year with vip guests
• be known nationwide as a wok star – our national recognition programme

in addition to this, we offer the usual such as, pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail + leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships + long service awards

be you be wagamama

wagamama is proudly part of disability confident

*100% of tips go to our teams. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way

Pastry Chef de Partie Ashbourne, Derbyshire 4 day week Live in available

The Client
a stunning, recently refurbished country hotel, with multiple guest dining experiences including brasserie, fine dining, private dining and high end banqueting experiences

The Position
Pastry Chef de Partie required to join the Executive Head Chef and team of chefs at this stunning venue.

As Pastry Chef de Partie your duties will include working with the Pastry team, producing a range of delicious desserts and sweet treats

The Head chef would happily look at somebody with experience in main kitchen looking to move into pastry

The Person
We are looking for a friendly, talented chef, somebody who enjoys cooking good food and can communicate well.

Location
Applicants will ideally need to live in the Ashbourne, Cheadle, Matlock, Belper, Uttoxeter or Derby area with their own transport

Benefits
Base Salary of £28,000 (depending upon experience)
Potential for a 4 day week (4 days on 3 days off)
Share of Tips
Possible Live In If required
Meals on Duty
28 Days Holiday
Free Parking

If you are looking for a position like this or something similar, please contact Steve Coggins quoting Reference number PSC215695

To apply for the position, you must be legally able to work in the UK

Email your upto date CV directly to contactus@premierselection.co.uk

Sous Chef Ashbourne, Derbyshire Live In

An exciting opportunity available at our country hotel for a dynamic Sous Chef. We are looking for a strong Sous Chef to join the team and work closely with the Head Chef and the Group Executive Chef.

The Owners of the Hotel have recently acquired a new property in the North East of England and are exploring another acquisition in the South West, with plans for more openings across the UK in the near future. This role has been designed to attract talented Sous Chefs who can ‘grow’ into Head Chefs as they become familiar with the company's culinary style and approach to cooking.

We are seeking a friendly and talented chef who is passionate about creating delicious dishes and possesses excellent communication skills.

Location-wise, applicants ideally should reside in the Ashbourne, Cheadle, Matlock, Belper, Uttoxeter, or Derby area with their own transport. However, live-in options are available if needed.

If this opportunity sounds appealing to you or someone you know, please don't hesitate to get in touch for more details or to apply.
Benefits
Base Salary of £34,000
£1,000 Annual Bonus
Share of Tips
Potential for a 4 day week (4 days on 3 days off)
Possible Live In If required
Meals on Duty
Free Parking

If you are looking for a fresh challenge like this or something similar please contact Steve Coggins quoting Reference number PSC215726

To apply for the position, you must be legally able to work in the UK Unfortunately we are not able to assist with sponsorship or work Visas

Email your upto date CV directly to steve@premierselection.co.uk

You love real cooking. We love real cooking. Customers love real cooking. It's a no[1]brainer so you wonder why so many other places don't do it. We do it, and you'll be doing it with us - fresh, customer led, and with high-quality ingredients.

You'll be supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver 14 great shifts, ensuring the prep is done for each day and make each dish to spec.

The Good Stuff

Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
Paid breaks
Staff food on every shift, regardless of hours worked
50% discount on food in all of three brands from day one
28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) pro rata
Competitions and incentives (like jetting off on an all expenses paid trip with one of our supplier)
Christmas and Boxing Day off!
The best staff party - Loungefest
Emotional and practical support via the Licenced Trade Charity
Power over your pay with Wagestream
Company pension scheme
Long service awards
Great opportunity for personal development and career progression in a fast-growing business

What you'll bring:

You are probably an existing a Junior Sous Chef or an experienced Chef that is looking to take the next step in their career.
You will ideally have experience of working with fresh ingredients and be able to demonstrate good chef/kitchen skills (food prep hot and cold, cleaning, knife skills, good hygiene practices)
Good communication skills and a team player.
Self-motivated to work at pace, with limited supervision
Strong knowledge of best practice when it comes to all things Allergens, kitchen essentials and Food Safety.

If you want to find out more about us, follow us on LinkedIn or @life.at.lounge on TikTok

Restaurant General Manager

Derby

£38,000 - 42,000 + Fantastic Benefits

Are you ready to lead and inspire a team in one of the most loved restaurant brands? We are looking for an experienced and passionate Restaurant General Manager (RGM) to take charge in one of our dynamic restaurants. This is not just a job - it's an opportunity to shape a high-performing team, deliver world-class guest experiences, and drive business success. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to make a real impact, this role is for you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading a team of managers and staff at all levels, ensuring the restaurant runs like clockwork.
• Creating a people-first culture, motivating your team to reach their full potential.
• Building long-term success through strong leadership and robust performance management.
• Driving commercial success by focusing on sustainable profit growth and sales metrics.
• Ensuring the guest experience is second to none - your leadership will guarantee every guest leaves happy.
• Taking ownership of Health & Safety, ensuring the safety of guests, team members, and visitors at all times.

What You'll Need

• Proven leadership experience, ideally in a fast-paced restaurant or retail environment.
• Strong commercial acumen - you know how to drive profitability and growth.
• Exceptional communication and coaching skills - you'll be inspiring and developing your team every day.
• A passion for delivering an outstanding guest experience and a keen eye for detail.
• The ability to adapt, make decisions and take responsibility for your restaurant's success.

What's in it for You?

• Competitive salary of £38,000 -£42,000 depending on experience.
• Excellent benefits package, including opportunities for career progression and personal development.
• A chance to be part of an industry-leading brand that values people as its greatest asset.

If you're ready to lead, inspire, and make a difference, apply now! Let's take your career to the next level in one of the most exciting roles in the restaurant industry.

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What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and motivated Food and Textiles teacher with an infectious passion for the subjects to join us.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for you to create innovative and exciting learning opportunities for our students. You will be part of a wider Technology team and will receive excellent support and opportunities for development within the academy and across the Trust.

You must be confident in the delivery of Design and Technology and have the ambition and dedication to deliver the curriculum intent in line with current practice and research in effective teaching. Whilst predominately Food and Textiles, teaching will include Technology across Key Stage 3.

You will be able to support the promotion of excellent standards of student learning, achievement, progress, attainment and behaviour through working effectively and collaboratively. You will be passionate about your specialist subject and seek to inspire students within all areas of Technology.

To be successful, you must have the ambition and dedication to continue to support the continued growth of positive results and support our wider curriculum offer. Passionate about your specialism, you will recognise the importance and impact that these areas of the curriculum have on the global workforce and will support our students’ prospects by ensuring that they have the critical knowledge, skills, understanding and practical application that will serve them well beyond the curriculum, in their lives and in their careers.

Technology benefits from purpose-built, modern, fantastic facilities that provide a stimulating environment across all disciplines. We have resourced the area well with the equipment that serves our students well within all areas of their studies, and it is an environment staff and students are rightfully proud of. We strongly encourage you to visit and take a look.

What the school offers its staff

Vision & Aims – The de Ferrers Trust

The de Ferrers Trust is a Multi Academy Trust comprising three Secondary Academies and four Primary Academies, currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire.

Our vision is to ensure the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background. We aim to achieve this vision through:

• Delivering a high-quality education
• Recruiting, developing and retaining high-calibre members of staff
• Establishing and developing robust governance
• Ensuring financial probity and viability
• Developing a highly efficient Trust infrastructure and central services
• Establishing effective systems to support the sustainable growth of the Trust

CPD

The Trust believes that professional development is key to being successful and offers excellent opportunities for colleagues to grow and achieve. We provide tailored CPD and professional development, mentoring, strong support and a range of developmental opportunities across the Trust.

In Return

We strive to be an Employer of Choice and are committed to the wellbeing and development of our colleagues. You will join a supportive, warm and friendly community and enjoy an excellent benefits package, which includes:

• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Discounted gym membership
• Eyecare vouchers
• BHSF healthcare scheme

Further details about the role

If you would like to discuss the role or have any other queries, please call 01283 216765 and ask to speak to Rachel Lane, HR Officer.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

You love real cooking. We love real cooking. Customers love real cooking. It's a no-brainer so you wonder why so many other places don't do it. We do it, and you'll be doing it with us - fresh, customer led, and with high-quality ingredients. As Sous Chef, you'll be the Head Chefs' go-to for support, leading and engaging the kitchen team to deliver 14 great shifts week in, week out.
You'll be leading shifts, making sure the kitchen runs effectively and safely. You're as relentless as us about the detail, so you'll be all over things like stocks, Health & Safety and Hygiene, manning the pass to ensure our food goes out on-spec and on-time, and always upholding 5* kitchen standards. You'll be on it. Like a chef's bonnet

The Good Stuff

Overtime pay for every hour worked over contracted hours!
Staff food on every shift
50% off staff discount to enjoy outside working hours from day one
Paid breaks
28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) pro rata
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after 2 years service
The most talked-about staff party in hospitality - Loungefest!
Competitions and incentives (like jetting off on an all expenses paid trip with one of our suppliers)
Company pension scheme
Long service awards
Power over your pay with Wagestream
Emotional and practical support via the Licenced Trade Charity
Great opportunity for personal development and career progression in a fast growing business
Achievable bonuses
Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
Christmas and Boxing Day off!

What you'll bring

You are probably an existing Sous Chef, or perhaps a Junior Sous Chef/Assistant Kitchen Manager that is looking to take the next step in their career.
You will have experience of working with fresh ingredients and be able to demonstrate good chef/kitchen skills (food prep hot and cold, cleaning, knife skills, good hygiene practices)
Your work ethic is rolling your sleeves up and getting stuck in and leading from the front; playing an active role in delivering excellent kitchen and food standards as part of a high performing team.
Extremely driven and relentless at deconstructing the can't mentality.
Familiar with KPIs and making decisions in the absence of the Head Chef considering labour; stock; food safety requirements plus others.
Epic communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholders and build rapport and trust (that would be with our Ops Chefs and Ops Managers).
Strong knowledge of best practice around rota scheduling, sales and labour forecasts, reporting, recruitment, HR etc.
You will have demonstrated successful delivery of training and recruitment for kitchen teams including Apprentices, KPs, Chefs, Junior Sous Chefs and Sous Chefs.

If you want to find out more about us, follow us on LinkedIn or @life.at.lounge on TikTok