Sous Chef - Live-In Available - Hayling Island, Hampshire

Sous Chef - Live-In Available - Hayling Island, Hampshire

• Position: Sous Chef
• Hours: Split Shifts - Full Time
• Package: Live in - Up to £32,000

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate chef looking to take the next step in their career within a large-scale, professional kitchen operation. Working alongside an experienced Head Chef, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality buffet-style dining across breakfast and evening service while helping to lead and develop a talented kitchen team.

The Role

As Sous Chef, you will support the smooth day-to-day operation of a busy kitchen serving high volumes of guests in a well-established hospitality environment. The food offering focuses on fresh, quality ingredients delivered through large-scale buffet and market-hall style dining concepts, similar to those found within premium cruise and resort operations.

Key responsibilities include

• Supporting the Head Chef in the management of the kitchen operation.
• Leading, motivating and developing junior chefs and kitchen staff.
• Ensuring all food is prepared and presented to brand standards.
• Maintaining exceptional food safety, hygiene and allergen compliance standards.
• Managing stock control, ordering and food cost targets.
• Assisting with menu execution and service planning.
• Driving consistency, quality and guest satisfaction across all meal periods.
• Ensuring kitchens remain organised, efficient and fully prepared for service.

We are looking for a chef who

• Has previous experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready to step up.
• Thrives in a high-volume hospitality environment.
• Has experience working with branded menus and operational standards.
• Possesses strong leadership and team development skills.
• Understands stock control, ordering and food cost management.
• Has excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrates a genuine passion for food quality and guest experience.
• Leads by example and is confident maintaining high standards at all times.

Working Pattern

• Split shifts:
  • 7:00am - 11:00am
  • 3:00pm - 9:00pm
• Full-time permanent position.
• Busy breakfast and evening service operation.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Subsidised live-in accommodation available on site.
• Free access to leisure facilities including:
  • Gym
  • Swimming pool
  • Cinema
• Heavily discounted or free meals whilst on duty.
• Access to a wide range of retail, leisure and lifestyle discounts.
• Structured career development and progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and recognised qualifications.
• Staff discounts for family and friends across a portfolio of UK holiday and hospitality destinations.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

MCG Recruitment welcomes applications from chefs of all backgrounds and is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion throughout the recruitment process.