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Sous Chef

Job details
Posting date: 13 February 2026
Salary: £30,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 15 March 2026
Location: M1 3HP
Company: Kew Green Hotels
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: f1b2db12d4984b1894f3

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Summary

Are you an experienced Sous Chef or a strong Junior Sous ready to take the next step in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment? In our 4? IHG branded hotel in the heart of Central Manchester, we’re looking for a Sous Chef who thrives under pressure, leads from the front, and understands that exceptional dining experiences are built on precision, passion, and the smallest of details.

You won’t just run a kitchen shift, you’ll inspire a brigade, shape menus, and ensure every plate that leaves the pass reflects the standards of a globally recognised brand.

What you’ll be doing as a Sous Chef

  • Supporting and deputising for the Head Chef in the day-to-day leadership of the kitchen operation

  • Leading service with confidence, ensuring dishes are prepared, cooked, and presented to the highest standards and in line with brand specifications

  • Driving consistency, quality, and pace during busy services, functions, and events

  • Creating and developing seasonal menus and exciting specials that are both profitable and memorable

  • Managing stock control, ordering, GP targets, and waste management to ensure commercial success

  • Coaching, mentoring, and developing Chef de Parties and Commis Chefs, building a motivated and high-performing brigade

  • Maintaining exceptional food hygiene, allergen management, and health & safety standards at all times

  • Working collaboratively with the wider hotel team to deliver outstanding guest experiences across restaurant, bar, room service, and conference & banqueting

What’ll make you a great fit for this Sous Chef role

  • Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous within a quality hotel or high-volume restaurant environment

  • Confident leader who can motivate a team and take full control of the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence

  • Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure

  • Commercial awareness with an understanding of cost control, margins, and labour management

  • Creative flair with a passion for modern, guest-focused food

  • A hands-on approach and a “lead by example” mentality

  • Self-motivated, adaptable, and committed to delivering brand standards

  • Hard-working – but FUN!

The benefits

  • Discounts across retail, restaurants, and events

  • Family and Friends discounts across our hotel estate

  • International employee rates across IHG branded hotels worldwide

  • Free meals on shift – because hard work is hungry work

  • Uniform provided

  • Clear progression opportunities across the UK and internationally

  • A supportive team culture within a globally recognised hospitality brand

If you’re ready to take ownership, inspire a team, and help deliver memorable dining experiences in one of Manchester’s leading 4? hotels, we’d love to hear from you.

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