Sous Chef

An exciting opportunity have been created for a Sous Chef to join our team at The Clements Hotel located in the heart of Cambridge, at 68 Duke St, Cambridge, 3434. The Clements is Cambridge’s most iconic Hotel, which has just been awarded a Michelin Key for 2026. A stunning renovation of a heritage building formerly known as the Masonic Hotel and built in 1911, this project has truly been a labour of love. The sensitively restored and renovated building is being transformed into a 5-star boutique hotel featuring 29 guest rooms and complemented by extensive F&B operations.

As our Sous Chef, you will play a pivotal role in crafting unforgettable culinary journeys. Collaborating closely with our Executive Chef, you'll bring your creativity to the kitchen, ensuring that every plate tells a story of our local flavours.

Skills and Responsibilities:

• Assisting our Executive Chef and Food and Beverage Manager with the daily management and operation of the kitchen.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop seasonal menus that showcase local ingredients and elevate the alpine dining experience.
• Overseeing junior staff and helping to develop their knowledge, skills and passion.
• Monitor presentation of all foods served to guests and ensure that appearance and quality are consistently maintained.
• To have great organisational skills and the ability to problem solve and make decisions.
• Work autonomously and assuming the responsibility of the kitchen in the Executive Chef’s absence
• Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
• Understanding of current Health & Safety obligations, ensuring the Kitchen is fully compliant to the SOP's, Policies, procedures, and service standards.

Experience:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role
• Strong leadership skills, able to motivate and guide a team to achieve culinary excellence.
• Adaptability to changing menus, guest preferences, and seasonal ingredients.
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, or equivalent.
• Current Food Safety Handling Certificate.
• Hotel Industry knowledge an advantage.

We invite you to apply for the opportunity by submitting your application. Please contact [email protected]