Sous Chef

THG; Manchester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Job description

About THG

We're a fast-moving, global technology group that specialises in taking brands direct to consumers. We're home to a portfolio of leading brands and sites including Myprotein, ESPA, LOOKFANTASTIC, and Cult Beauty, all of which are powered by our fully integrated digital commerce ecosystem, THG Ingenuity.

We handle everything in-house, including technology, content creation, e-commerce, marketing, manufacturing, new product development, and logistics. This comprehensive approach ensures we can fully realise our vision and maintain our leadership in a rapidly evolving global industry.

About THG Experience

THG Experience is home to our portfolio of prestige event locations and luxury properties - including Hale Country Club & Spa, King Street Townhouse Hotel, Great John Street Hotel and 100 King Street. Through these venues, we create exceptional experiences, services and content - all of which ensure that our portfolio of brands and partners make real-world connections with their customers that create a lasting impact.

We also collaborate closely with THG Society, our influencer marketing platform, which allows brands to access extraordinary locations, create content and host events with influencers and clients.

THG Experience is perfectly positioned to deliver rapid growth for THG's fast-moving, global brands. It's an incredibly exciting time to be joining the team. Explore more about THG here.

About the role

Hale Country Club & Spa is recruiting for a full-time Sous Chef to join our team. We are looking for talented individuals with a passion to create delicious food from freshly cooked ingredients, ready to deliver exceptional service and enhance the dining experience for our esteemed members and guests.

Hale Country Club & Spa offers an exclusive environment dedicated to enhancing well-being and lifestyle. The club features a state-of-the-art gym, luxurious spa facilities, and a range of wellness services designed to help members achieve their fitness and relaxation goals. From high-tech cardio and functional training areas to serene recovery zones and exceptional dining options, Hale Country Club & Spa provides a holistic approach to health and wellness, fostering a vibrant and connected community.

Responsibilities

• Running shifts
• Ensures a first-in, first-out food rotation system and verifies all food products are properly dated and organised for quality assurance
• Works with head chef to maintain kitchen organisation, staff ability, and training opportunities
• Leads kitchen team in head chef's absence
• To adhere to health & safety policies
• Invention of new & innovative menu ideas
• Ensuring the cleanliness standards are kept
• Manage a clean and efficient kitchen department
• Cost Management
• Plan the day to day running of all sections of the kitchen effectively to meet the service standards
• Ensure producing food on time, consistently and accurately
• Manage rotas in accordance to business levels
• Follow recipes and presentation specifications
• Stock Rotation
• Manage and maintain a clean, safe working environment.

Benefits

• 50% off dining at Hale Country Club & Spa and discounted membership
• Exclusive room rates for you and your family at King Street Townhouse Hotel
• 20% off dining at King Street Townhouse Hotel
• Up to 50% off on THG brands (Myprotein, Lookfantastic, ESPA, and more)
• In-person or video GP consultations, discounted prescriptions, and physiotherapy
• Increasing annual leave with service, plus your birthday off
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• £250 bonus for referring a friend
• Complimentary meals during shifts and provided uniforms
• Compliance training in Food Hygiene, Alcohol Responsibility, and more based on your role
• Access to in-house Wellbeing Program
• Pension scheme for financial stability

Requirements

• Previous experience in a busy kitchen environment in a similar role
• Great attitude towards work & colleagues
• Desire to learn new skills & passion for food
• Ability to track expenses and manage a budget
• Excellent use of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and processes.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
• Knowledge of best cooking practices and understanding of trends and new styles.
• Attention to detail and high standards of presentation, creative flair and imagination
• Experience working in a diverse environment
• Good communication and Team-working skills

THG is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.

THG is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Because of the high volumes of applications our opportunities attract, it sometimes takes us time to review and consider them all. We endeavour to respond to every application we receive within 14 days. If you haven't heard from us within that time frame or should you have any specific questions about this or other applications for positions at THG please contact one of our Talent team to discuss further.