Sous Chef (Qualified)

Company Description

Lakeshore Leisure Group is a UK leisure brand which is owned by Capfun a French based family run business. Capfun has over 200 resorts across Europe and Lakeshore Leisure is its first acquisition within the UK. Capfun has both the financial backing and the ambition to expand and develop as relevant additional growth opportunities become available within the UK.

Our culture is inclusive, encouraging and autonomy led. Support will be plentiful but with the room to breathe and do your thing! Growth is the goal for us and our team, we need a candidate that wants to grow and progress at the same pace as our business. We have a one-to-one, tailored approach to development; all team members are actively encouraged to undertake relevant training and qualifications

Clawford Lakes Resort and Spa has a mix of quality self-catering accommodation which includes lodges, apartments, cocoons, lake pods, floating lodges, and lodges. Clawford Lakes Resort and Spa also provides a range of catering and leisure facilities on site which include a Spa with infinity pool and leisure activity lake.

About the role

Are you an ambitious Sous Chef looking for your next opportunity in a stunning rural setting? Join our dynamic kitchen team at a busy holiday resort set in the heart of Devon's countryside, offering guests exceptional food alongside relaxation and spa experiences.

As Sous Chef you will work closely with the Head Chef to support the day-to-day running of the kitchen. You will help maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation, while leading and motivating the kitchen team during preparation and service. This is a hands-on-role with scope to contribute to menu development using fresh, seasonal produce.

We are looking for a cultural fit and you should show the ability to work on your own initiative and work within a strong team environment. You should show pride in completing work to a high standard, with a good understanding of a customer focused business.

In general, we value people who are proactive, self-accountable, focus on solutions not problems and have a continuous desire to learn, grow and improve themselves and their roles. We have a happy, positive team and are looking for someone like minded to grow with us.

What we're looking for

Qualified Sous Chef with proven experience in a busy kitchen

Passion for fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced food

Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills

Flexible approach to working evenings, weekends, and holidays

Availability to start from February half term preferred

Experience in high volume, busy environment

Record, monitor and minimise food wastage

Train and develop kitchen team members

Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are met

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £14.75 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Work Location: In person