Junior Sous Chef

The Courtyard by Marriott, Exeter Sandy Park, The Hotel opened in 2022 and is uniquely positioned next to the Exeter Chiefs Rugby Stadium with 250 bedrooms. Whether you are a rugby fan or not – this is destination for talent spotting 

The View; A completely unique roof top restaurant & bar venue offering locally sourced fresh produce in Exeter. Distinctly visible from far distances and is synonymous with the service experience provided, it features elegant and spacious seating in a contemporary design.

Kitchen & Bistro; Located on our 3rd floor, this more relaxed dining option caterers for the business guests all day and offers simple dishes using the best local ingredients Devon has offer. 

As well as our 2 culinary offerings, we cater for meetings and events whilst hosting elite sports teams, along with bespoke celebrations. 

YOUR EFFORTS, OUR APPRECIATION

Salary from £33,000 - £36,000 per Annum + Bonus (based on KPIs)

£1,000 Joining bonus after 6 months Completion in the role

• Meals -  Complimentary Meals in our canteen.
• Private Medical - Look after your wellbeing
• Life Insurance – Protection for Loved Ones
• Learning and Growing - Access to the best digital and classroom based training resources and cross exposure opportunities
• Holiday - 23 days of holiday + public holidays (Increase over time)
• Uniform Provided - Dry cleaning included.
• Company Enhanced Pension Scheme – Save for your future.
• Take Care - Access to our Take Care Emotional Wellbeing Resources & Associate Assistance Service
• Celebrate - Awards and Recognition Celebrations
• BenefitHub - Access to further discounts for shopping, cinema tickets, technology and more!
• Global Marriott Hotel Discounts – Accessible to you and your loved ones, travel the world with Marriott International.
• Food & Beverage Discounts - 20% Discount in all F&B outlets within Marriott Properties

 

We’re looking for a passionate and talented junior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and play a key role in establishing the food culture, standards and ways of working.

Working closely with the Executive Chef and wider kitchen leadership team, you’ll help lead the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards across our food offering.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Senior CDP or Sous Chef who thrives in a high-quality environment, enjoys developing people and takes pride in delivering exceptional food and service.

You’ll have the opportunity to work with exceptional local produce, including fresh fish, seafood, meat, vegetables and seasonal ingredients, while helping to  build upon a 1 AA rossette culinary operation.

What you'll be doing

· Supporting the Executive Chef in the day-to-day leadership and management of the kitchen operation.

· Taking responsibility for the smooth running of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef.

· Leading and supporting the Chef de Parties, Commis Chefs and wider kitchen team during service.

· Ensuring all dishes are prepared, cooked and presented to consistently exceptional standards.

· Maintaining strong standards of food quality, consistency, presentation and portion control.

· Championing the use of high-quality, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.

· Managin kitchen procedures, systems and standards.

· Ensuring all sections are organised, fully prepared and ready for service.

· Leading by example during busy services and maintaining a calm, professional and positive kitchen environment.

· Monitoring food preparation, cooking and presentation across all sections.

· Supporting effective stock control, ordering, deliveries, storage and waste management.

· Ensuring recipes, specifications and portion controls are consistently followed.

· Maintaining excellent standards of food safety, hygiene, cleanliness and allergen management.

· Supporting the training, development and performance of junior and senior members of the kitchen team.

· Helping to create a strong kitchen culture based on teamwork, respect, consistency and continuous improvement.

· Working closely with front-of-house teams to ensure smooth and efficient service.

· Contributing ideas and creativity to the development of menus 

· Assisting with nduction and training of new team members

 

What we're looking for

We’re looking for someone who:

· Has previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a high-quality professional kitchen.

· Has a genuine passion for food, cooking and hospitality.

· Takes pride in producing exceptional food and maintaining consistently high standards.

· Has strong knowledge of professional kitchen operations and service.

· Is confident leading a team in a busy and demanding kitchen environment.

· Has excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene, allergens and kitchen best practice.

· Has strong organisational and time-management skills.

· Is confident managing their own section while overseeing the wider kitchen operation.

· Can remain calm, focused and decisive during busy services.

· Has excellent attention to detail and a consistent approach to quality.

· Is a positive and supportive leader who enjoys developing and motivating others.

· Communicates effectively with both kitchen and front-of-house teams.

· Has experience with stock control, ordering, portion control and waste management.

· Is enthusiastic about menu development and working with seasonal produce.

· Is ambitious, hardworking and committed to continued professional development.

 

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

• 2 Years Supervisory Supervisory Exeperience 

• Food Safety Level 3 Certification & Allergens 

 

In joining Courtyard, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.