Sous Chef - Seaside Hotel Kitchen Swanage, DorsetLooking for your next step as a Sous Chef? Come join a historic seaside hotel in Swanage with seasonal menus, a relaxed coastal setting and a friendly, guest-first hospitality vibe.Why this Sous Chef role stands outSalary: 35,000 per yearWork 40 hours per week over 5 days - balanced rotaOpportunity to cook with fresh coastal and locally sourced produce, in a kitchen supplying both restaurant and hotel cateringBe part of a team serving a hotel with spa, pool, beach access and restaurant and bar facilities - offering a varied workload from hotel dining to events and spa guests What you''ll be doingSupporting the Head Chef to deliver high-quality dishes across restaurant, bar and guest dining servicesPreparing and plating dishes with consistency, creativity, and attention to detailManaging a kitchen section during service and supporting other sections as requiredMaintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen organisationContributing ideas for seasonal menus, specials and guest-focused dishes inspired by coastal and local ingredientsWhat we''re looking forProven experience as a Sous Chef (or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up) in a busy hotel, restaurant or coastal hospitality environmentSkilled in high-volume service and quality food preparationStrong teamwork, communication and organisation - comfortable working across different services (restaurant, bar, hotel guests)A passion for good produce, seafood/coas