Join us as a Sous Chef at Coworth Park, recently recognised as one of The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for in 2024. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion, personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.

We care about your career and are known for having the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as a Sous Chef  you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field. You'll learn not only from your fellow Legends, but also through our award-winning learning academy, so that you can achieve the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership and become a legend in your own story.

• Complimentary nights with breakfast within Dorchester Collection
• 50% F&B discount at selected restaurants at The Dorchester and Coworth Park
• Very generous Employee Introductory Scheme offered
• Team members' awards and incentives schemes
• Contributory pension scheme entitlement from date of commencement
• Life assurance cover for all team members
• Uniform laundered complimentary
• Complimentary meals whilst on duty at our team members' restaurants
• Complimentary Internet at allocated computers in team areas
• Interest free Season Ticket Loan
• Occupational Health, including subsidized massage treatments and health clinics
• Complimentary Eye Test for VDU users

• Act as a deputy with all responsibilities as required
• Run an environment that is clean, tidy and organised at all times.    
• Plan the day to day running of all sections of the kitchen effectively to meet the service standards
• Control, with the aid of the Head Chef, all the operating costs within all the food outlets to the agreed budgets set and order appropriate levels of food
• Assist and produce accurate stock takes.
• Carry out quality checks on stock, produce and dishes along with offering training, and understanding of the products to keep the team focussed and allowing them to evolve as chefs.
• Have a flexible ability to respond to business and client needs. Give full understanding and guidance to a colleague requiring assistance in a difficult situation, using a caring and supporting manner.
• Mange rotas in accordance to business levels
• Ensure daily food preparation meets recipe and specification index i.e. size, quantity and quality
• Attend all relevant meetings and ensure understanding of business throughout the hotel

• Previous experience within a similar role and environment 
• Relevant qualifications such as City & Guild 7061/7062 or NVQ Level 2/3
• Experience in ordering systems and cost processes
• Hands on team player
• Experience of training and coaching a team

 We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please contact the People & Culture team at humanresources.cpa@dorchestercollection.com