Sous Chef, West Chinnock

Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar&Grill– Mercure Bridgwater HotelLocated in the heart of Bridgwater town centre, the Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar&Grill sits within the 119-bedroom, 4-star Mercure Bridgwater Hotel. We’re looking for a passionate and driven Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and help deliver exceptional food and guest experiences in a fast-paced, high-quality environment.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef who thrives in a busy fresh-food kitchen environment. Working closely with the Head Chef, you’ll play a key role in leading the brigade, maintaining brand standards, and ensuring consistently high culinary quality.Key responsibilities includeSupporting the day-to-day running of the kitchenLeading the kitchen operation in the Head Chef’s absenceManaging and motivating a brigade of up to 10 team membersDelivering Marco Pierre White and Mercure brand standards at all timesAssisting with menu implementation and food presentation standardsMonitoring kitchen performance, training, and developmentEnsuring food safety, hygiene, and stock rotation procedures are followedManaging food ordering, storage, and kitchen organisationCoaching and developing junior chefs and kitchen staffMaintaining a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environmentWe’re looking for someone whoHas previous experience in a high-volume fresh-food kitchenIs passionate about hospitality, food quality, and guest satisfactionCan lead by example and inspire those around themWorks well under pressure in a fast-paced environmentHas excellent organisational and communication skillsHolds a Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification (Level 3 training available in-house)Is ambitious, hands-on, and eager to progressIs flexible, adaptable, and committed to high standards at all timesIf you’re looking to take the next step in your culinary career within a recognised hospitality brand, we’d love to hear from you.What We OfferCompetitive salary plus share of tips and service chargeFree nights in Accor Hotels for every year of serviceDiscounted stays across Accor Hotels worldwideDiscounted rates at Legacy Hotels15% off in Accor Restaurants&BarsDiscounts across all Marco Pierre White restaurantsDiscounted car hire with Europcar in the UK and abroadAccess to employee discounts and rewards platform offering savings with leading high street retailers, online brands, dining, travel, entertainment and everyday purchases