Sous Chef - 4 Day Week
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Position Overview & Specifications
Meldrum House Hotel and Golf Course, Oldmeldrum AB51 0AE
Due to our continuing popularity, new, exciting facilities, and our commitment to providing a positive work life balance, we are looking to expand our current brigade of amazing, talented chefs!
Our goal is to operate a 4 day on 3 day off working week for a proportion of the year.
We are looking for a skilled Sous Chef to join the team. Salary is negotiable depending on experience and is highly competative.
Main Duties include:
- Working in the main kitchen preparing and presenting dishes to standard for our Rosette winning Pineapple Restaurant and 1236 Cave Bar menus.
- Supporting the banqueting kitchen team on occasion.
- Assisting the Executive Chef in the design of dishes and menus
- Ensuring HACCP procedures are followed.
- Supervision and coaching of junior members of the brigade and kitchen portering team.
- Assist in managing the team deliver the cleaning and hygiene standards in all kitchen areas.
Our facilities are second to none including our trail blazing ‘Under the Stars’ 5 luxury domes dining and events experience as well as our award-winning Pineapple Grill & Seafood Restaurant and our historic 800-year-old 1236 Cave Bar. Our recently added ballroom with a capacity for 200 is an in-demand venue.
Work alongside an award-winning Executive Head Chef and be part of a growing team who pride themselves in innovation and delivering a first-class product every time.
As a team member you will be recognised with discounted food, beverage, and room rates so you too can experience the best Meldrum has to offer. Five sets of chef whites and meals on duty are also provided.
Temporary accommodation within the hotel is available for those looking to relocate.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Sous
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Sous Chef - 4 Day Week roles across Meldrum House Hotel's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30,000 - £30,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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