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Wildes Resort (Derbyshire) is part of Wildes Group a private group of quality hotels of distinction in the north of England.
The Place
4 Star, Award winning 69-bedroom hotel together with 2 banqueting suites catering for around 350 weddings and events per year, all within the grounds of 15 acres of gardens. The hotel has several restaurants including the Orangery Restaurant and Bar for more informal dining.
As a Events Sous Chef at Wildes Resort, you will be required to be adaptable as the venue is diverse and at any time will have multiple events happening across a number of areas. You will be supporting the Head Chef to manage the day to day service, whilst leading and mentoring the junior team to deliver high end events and exceptional quality food.
Key Responsibilities
- To provide food/service to a consistent high standard, including assisting senior chefs with functions in other different areas throughout the business.
- To manage the kitchen brigade in the absence of the head/executive chef
- To assist training of junior staff
- To liaise with key people in the team in order to plan for the provision of food in all areas
- To place order directly with suppliers.
- To ensure smooth running of daily operations which include ensuring no disruption to the pre agreed menu offer.
- Responsible to manage stock levels of that specific area including ordering when required as well as waste control.
- Ensure the presentation of the food is consistent with the standards set by senior chefs.
- Be driven by people and delivering the highest quality of food.
- Exemplary kitchen management practices and being an ambassador for Searcys legacy brand.
- Innovative and inspiring culinary ideas for events and restaurant menus.
- Support Exec/Head Chef in creating a professional working environment for the team ensuring that company standards are maintained and that Client expectations are met.
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef in Events, Hotel or high end restaurants.
- Excellent mentoring and communication skills.
- Able to demonstrate your analytical approach to problem solving and excellent understanding of Health and Safety practices.
As a Events Sous Chef you will receive the following industry leading benefits:
- Up to 50% discount across Wildes venues
- Enrolment into the Wildes pension scheme
- 28 days annual leave, with the option to purchase more.
- Access to everyday discounts.
- Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venues
- Quarterly chef incentives
- Annual celebration days
