Sous Chef

THE NICI Collection is a growing hospitality group creating distinctive hotels and destinations across some of the UK's most desirable locations.

The collection began with THE NICI Bournemouth and has since expanded with THE NICI Newquay and THE NICI New Forest.

As we continue to develop our properties and teams, we are looking for ambitious hospitality professionals who want to grow with us.

We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our team.

Working closely with the senior kitchen team, you will help drive the daily operation of the kitchen and play a key role in ensuring every service runs efficiently.

This is a hands-on leadership position.

You'll be expected to lead from the front, support the team during busy services and maintain the standards expected across THE NICI Collection.

You'll also have the opportunity to develop your own skills while helping less experienced chefs progress within the kitchen.

On a day-to-day basis, you will:

• Take an active role in running the kitchen during service.
• Lead and motivate the brigade when the senior chef is not present.
• Organise the team and allocate tasks to ensure each service is properly prepared.
• Monitor dishes leaving the kitchen to ensure consistency, quality and presentation.
• Work alongside chefs on preparation and service when required.
• Help develop and maintain menus and recipes.
• Monitor stock levels and support ordering and receiving deliveries.
• Keep an eye on food costs, portion sizes and waste.
• Ensure kitchen areas are clean, organised and ready for service.
• Coach junior chefs and help develop their technical skills.
• Support recruitment and training within the kitchen team.
• Deal confidently with issues that arise during service.
• Ensure food safety, allergen and health and safety procedures are followed.
• Work closely with the wider Food & Beverage team to ensure a seamless guest experience.
• Support the Head Chef with the overall management and development of the kitchen.

We're looking for a chef who is ready to take responsibility and enjoys being part of a busy, ambitious kitchen environment.

You will ideally bring: