Sous Chef, (JOB Ref 15564) 12 Bedroom Hotel - 30 mins from Kelso, Borders

I am looking for a Permanent Sous Chef for a 12 bedroom hotel situated 45 minutes from Edinburgh and 30 minutes from Kelso

The hotel is looking for an enthusiastic, self motivated chef to join their team.

Full job description
- Assist Head Chef and work as a team member
- Assist in the preparation and production of food items
- Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are met
- Collaborate with the Head chef to develop menus and recipes
- Oversee inventory management and ordering of kitchen supplies
- Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure consistency
- Assist in the planning and execution of special events

```Skills```

May suit someone with ambition - progressing from Sous to Senior Sous

- Excellent hospitality skills to provide exceptional customer service
- In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices
- Proficient in food preparation techniques, including cooking, baking, and plating
- Experience in high-volume food production environments
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Effective team management skills to delegate tasks and ensure smooth operations
- Familiarity with kitchen equipment operation and maintenance

The Sous Chef position requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role. A culinary degree or certification is preferred but not required. The successful candidate must have a passion for food, creativity in menu development, and a commitment to delivering an exceptional dining experience.

This position is available now for the right candidate

Please apply to Johanna with an up to date Cv and reference details quoting 15564

Possibly depending on experience.