Sous Chef (Live In)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Role: Sous Chef
Sector: Hotel
Location: Norwich
Contract: 40 Hrs per week
Salary:£36,000
Live in available
Are you an ambitious professional Sous Chef with people management experience and a passion for food? Our client is on lookout for a highly-skilled Sous Chef who can excel in a fast-paced kitchen environment while nurturing and mentoring the team of chefs and kitchen porters.
As a vital part of the kitchen team, you'll work alongside the Head Chef to ensure that the restaurant & events deliver exceptional guest experiences through high-quality and consistent dishes. This is your chance to shine showcasing your skills in catering for meetings and events.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing food preparation and delegating tasks
- Ensuring high-quality, consistent dishes
- Implementing and following company menus and specifications
- Managing food purchasing and budgeting
- Conducting regular audits and stock checks
- Identifying team development opportunities and providing training
- Managing schedules and team holidays
- Assisting the Head Chef with hiring, managing, and training kitchen staff
- Standing in for the Head Chef when needed
This role is perfect for:
- An experienced Sous Chef seeking a new challenge
- Someone with a background in hotels/contract catering
- Previous supervisory experience essential
- A passion for high standards and quality food
- The ability to lead by example
- Budget management skills
- Knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and health and safety regulations
Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to advance your culinary career with this hotel group – apply now!
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Up to £36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Norwich: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you drive? Do you have your own transport?
Experience:
- Sous Chef: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Sous Chef (Live In) roles across Hive Hospitality Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £36,000 - £36,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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