SOUS CHEF FLETCHERS RESTAURANT

Job Introduction

Nestled in the North Yorkshire countryside, Grantley Hall is a five-star, 17th-century property offering a blend of stately grandeur and contemporary luxury. A leader in luxury hospitality, it was the first UK hotel to achieve Hospitality Assured World Class Status and also received a Two MICHELIN Key Distinction in 2024. As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and PoB Hotels, it features 47 opulent rooms and suites, five restaurants, three bars, an award-winning spa and a cutting-edge gym, making Grantley Hall a truly distinctive luxury experience. The hotel is also a member of Forbes Travel Guide which recognises a commitment to service excellence across the globe.

• Managing the brigade ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient running of the kitchen operation
• Demonstrating a committed approach to the development of creative menus and service in the kitchen
• Ensuring the quality of food is of the exceptional standard expected when dining at any of any of the outlets that Fletchers Kitchen provide food for
• Continually striving towards achievement and improvement
• Ensuring the Head Chef is kept aware of any relevant feedback from either the hotel guests or team
• Assisting on sections or help with other duties when required
• Training and delegation of tasks to the junior members of the team
• Ordering on a daily basis, whilst keeping in mind stock usage, menu planning and business levels
• The cleanliness, stock control, organisation and standards of the kitchen

Key Skills, Qualities & Experience

• A true passion for food
• The enthusiasm and willingness to learn
• Good kitchen & knife skills
• A thorough understanding of health & safety and food safety guidelines within the kitchen
• A willingness to work to the high standards that are demanded from a luxury establishment
• Innovation, creativity and attention to detail
• Relish the pressure of the kitchen environment
• Experience of supervising and guiding others

Benefits

Grantley Hall offers a wide range of benefits and opportunities for all employees:

A monthly service charge - typically £3,400 annually

31 days holiday increasing to 33 days with length of service

Access to earnings before payday (Stream)

Holiday Buy/Sell Scheme

Free parking

Complimentary meals when on duty

Discounted modern and spacious live-in accommodation

Celebrating success! Company parties, winter award ceremonies and team events and incentives through the year. We also celebrate training achievements, birthdays, babies, marriages and so much more…

Team appreciation and wellbeing activities - Team member of the month awards, BBQ’s, ice cream van, team massages, competitions & prizes, seasonal gifts, flu jabs

Grantley Hall discounts - 50% off food and 20% off beverage, £100 B&B for employees (£150 B&B for friends and family), 20% off spa and gift shop products

Access to hundreds of exclusive employee benefits, rewards and discounts targeted specifically at the hospitality sector. We support our employees do more with their money and help their wellbeing be providing access to a wide range of stand out well being support.

Discounted hotel stays with Pride of Britain hotels

Complimentary bespoke uniform and annual shoe allowance

Free sight tests for those eligible

Onsite Team Gym with professional induction

Refer a Friend Scheme where you can earn up to £1000

24/7 Employee Assistance Support line and online portal supporting ‘mind, money, move, munch’

Grantley Academy to support your development

Annual paid volunteering days