Sous Chef

Job Description

Join TUI Hotels & Resorts as a Sous Chef where you will support the Head Chef in ensuring the smooth running of the hotel kitchen operations. Our Food & Beverage concept is one of our brand’s most signature elements; your role is to support, guide and inspire the kitchen team while consistently delivering high-quality culinary experiences for our hotel guests.

This role is located at TUI BLUE Schladming, Austria.

Eligibility: Due to work permissions, this position is available only to EU citizens/passport holders. Fluent verbal and written German (C1) plus English (C2) is required for this role.

Applications close Sunday 29th March

ABOUT OUR OFFER

• Local seasonal contract provided with scope for permanent offer.
• Staff accommodation can be requested if required.
• Free meals and soft drinks provided during working hours
• Uniform and laundry provided
• Exceptional approach to learning including recognised hospitality qualifications, TUI Learning Lounge access and language licenses.
• Career development, trainings and opportunities to work across TUI Hotels & Resorts.

ABOUT THE JOB

• Support the Head Chef in delivering excellent food experiences for hotel guests.
• Assist with the daily supervision and coordination of all kitchen operations to ensure food is prepared and presented to the highest standards.
• Maintain a strong presence in the kitchen during service periods, ensuring quality, consistency and efficient workflow across all kitchen sections.
• Ensure compliance with internal SOPs, food safety standards and HACCP guidelines.
• Support the planning and preparation of menus, buffets and special events in line with brand standards and guest expectations.
• Monitor food quality, portion control and presentation to ensure consistency and minimise waste.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and inventory management to ensure adequate supplies while maintaining cost control.
• Support the training, coaching and development of kitchen team members to enhance performance and maintain high culinary standards.
• Work closely with the restaurant and wider Food & Beverage teams to ensure smooth service delivery and strong interdepartmental collaboration.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment, work areas and storage facilities are maintained in a clean, safe and organised condition.
• Participate in team meetings, development conversations and performance discussions to support team engagement and operational improvement.

ABOUT YOU

• A supportive, organised and hands-on culinary professional.
• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie within a hotel or high-volume kitchen environment highly desirable.
• Completed vocational culinary qualification or relevant professional training.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards and HACCP practices.
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining high quality standards.
• A proactive team player with strong organisational and communication skills.
• Physically resilient, adaptable and comfortable working flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Language required – Fluent verbal and written German (C1) plus English (C2) is required for this role. Additional languages are highly advantageous.
• EU Citizen/Passport holder required.

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TUI Group is the world’s number one integrated tourism business. TUI Hotels & Resorts comprises over 400 hotel properties with 12 core brands that cover all areas of the leisure hotel market from price-conscious to luxury brands.

From a workplace to a place to belong. At TUI we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging everyone to come as you are, because together, our potential is limitless. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities and impairments so if you require any support, please do let us know.