Sous Chef – Boutique Hotel – Stadhampton, Oxford

Join us at our exclusive Boutique Crazy Bear Hotel as we seek out an exceptional Sous Chef to help to elevate our kitchen with culinary brilliance!

We are currently looking to hire an experienced Sous Chef who has a background in fine dining or a high quality, fresh food establishment for our boutique hotel and restaurant in Stadhampton. As the Sous Chef you’ll be working in a fast-paced English kitchen serving up to 40 covers a day plus events. You’ll be cooking a menu that changes seasonally and focuses on quality produce, sustainable fish and rare-breed meats

Benefits:

• On Target Earnings up to £45,000 per annum
• Extensive career development and training opportunities, with the potential to work towards Michelin recognition
• 50% staff discount across the Crazy Bear Group, including hotel stays, fine dining, and Thai massage treatments
• Complimentary meals on duty
• £500 recruitment referral bonus for successful applicants
• 28 days’ annual leave
• Pension scheme

The Sous Chef Role:

• Collaborate with the Head Chef in menu development, focusing on locally sourced, sustainable ingredients such as rare-breed meats and fresh, seasonal produce
• Lead and inspire the kitchen team, ensuring the highest standards of food preparation and presentation that align with Michelin aspirations
• Maintain strict food safety and hygiene practices
• Oversee kitchen operations during busy service, ensuring consistency and quality in every dish
• Monitor stock levels, ordering, and wastage to maintain efficiency and profitability
• Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure seamless service and an unforgettable dining experience
• Adapt to a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, to meet the demands of a high-end, fine dining kitchen

At The Crazy Bear Group, we're all about delivering brilliant service, fostering an outstanding restaurant culture, and showcasing food with provenance. If you're someone who constantly strives for excellence and is driven to provide guests with unforgettable dining experiences, then you're exactly who we're looking for! We're not just a hotel - we're a sanctuary of extravagance, boasting intricately designed bedrooms, English and Thai culinary delights, an award-winning cocktail bar, private dining rooms, Moroccan lounge and terrace with outdoor swimming pool and Thai massage treatment rooms.

Ready to embark on a journey of luxury and hospitality? Apply now and become a part of The Crazy Bear experience!

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