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Relais & Chateau at Thornbury Castle are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our talented brigade of chefs. You will be working in a unique and beautifully restored Castle and four Red Star boutique hotel, creating truly memorable and impressive 5* dishes for our guests in our 3 Rosette restaurant.About UsSet on 15 acres of beautiful land, Thornbury Castle Hotel is the only Tudor Castle operating as a hotel in England. The Castle has recently undergone a multi-million pound refurbishment program bringing back to life the regal grandeur of its past. Located 20 minutes drive from Bristol, it offers 26 rooms and suites, an award-winning restaurant, bar, and two unique meeting and conference spaces. Our food style is modern British, using the best locally sourced produce from our kitchen garden and around the southwest. We operate 7 days a week, serving breakfast, afternoon tea, dinner, and Sunday lunch as well as the occasional wedding and functions.Our company goal is to deliver refined and personalised hospitality to enable our hotel to be a place where all guests can relax, enjoy themselves and have a break from normal life. To feel like royalty in a unique place with unique people.Position DetailsFull-time permanent position, 48 hours per weekSalary from 38,000 per annum, depending on experienceAn additional share of service charge and tips paid every monthKey ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the preparation and serviceWork with the Executive Head Chef to create menusLead the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Head ChefAssist in the training of new kitchen staffStrictly follow and maintain all food safety and health and safety proceduresDemonstrate outstanding attention to detailAbility to work under pressure and use own initiativeQualificationsA truly talented Chef with a professional approach, great passion, and flair for the industry and foodExperience in a 3 AA Rosette or 1 Michelin star environment is ideal or at least 5 years experience in a 2 AA Rosette within a similar role or aboveBring a calm, mature approach with a resilient nature that thrives under pressureDedicated excellent team player with strong communication skillsAmbition to succeed at the highest levelsBenefits28-day holiday including bank holidaysPaid day off on your birthdayStaff accommodation available offsiteComplimentary stay at the castle after 3 months probation period successfully passedTraining programmes via internal & external professionals and access to online training facilitiesStaff and family rates on hotel accommodation and discounts on food and beverageRecognition programmesCareer development programmesUniform and meals provided whilst on duty and free parking #J-18808-Ljbffr