Sous Chef at Warner Leisure Hotels, Twickenham

Salary: £33,000 - £35,000 per year + Benefits

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Sous Chef to join the culinary team at the Runnymede Hotel, helping to create exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

What will I be doing?

• As Sous Chef, you'll be overseeing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring all stations are properly organised and prepared for service.
• Supervising and training junior chefs, promoting a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Ensuring food safety standards are always adhered to, including proper storage, handling, and cooking techniques.
• Monitoring inventory levels and managing food costs to meet financial targets.
• Supporting the Head Chef in maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and responding to guest feedback

What are we looking for? 

• A Sous Chef who understands the importance of working in a branded environment. 
• You will have the ability to create a culture of support and actively encourages teamwork. 
• Willingness to challenge if standards aren’t meeting required levels. 
• A chef with a passion for great food and service. 

What skills do I need? 

• Understands the important of working with a branded menu. 
• Experience of managing orders, food stocks and forecast against occupancy.  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and can adapt quickly to changing requirements. 
• Good financial knowledge with the ability to manage costs in line with the department’s budget.  

Why Work for Warner Hotels?

• Free use of gym and leisure facilities
• 60% discounted food onsite
• Pension scheme
• A fantastic opportunity for career development through externally recognised qualifications in addition to in-house training and development (Degrees and Apprenticeship level)
•  28 days annual leave per year (Inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 20% discount at breaks at Warner, Butlins & Haven + additional discounts during your stays for you and your family
• Help @ Hand from Unum - including virtual GP, Physiotherapy support, Mental Health sessions
• Life Assurance
• Free Car Parking onsite
• Family Friendly policies 
• Refer a friend scheme 
• Aslan: Our Reward & recognition portal includes access to a financial wellbeing platform 
• Access to a discounts platform including a points based discount plan to increase your retail discounts
• Access your wages on demand through Aslan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• L&G Care Concierge
• Glow Getters and Long Service Awards

Ready to discover your glow? 

Be part of something more than a hotel — where your personality shines and your ideas matter. 

At Warner Hotels, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require.

If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at: (email address removed)