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At L’Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa, we offer more than just a job - we offer a chance to be part of something truly special.\nSet on the edge of St Brelade’s Bay, with golden sands at your feet and endless ocean views ahead, our hotel blends Mediterranean charm with classic British elegance.\nWith a vibrant atmosphere, stunning sea-view terrace, and a reputation as one of Jersey’s most loved beachside hotels, L’Horizon is the perfect place to grow your hospitality career. Here, your talent is nurtured, your work is valued, and your surroundings are nothing short of inspiring.\nAs a member of our team, you will help create unforgettable moments for guests as they explore our tranquil parkland, celebrate special events, and enjoy our personalised service, with an emphasis on service excellence & consistency.\nIf you’re passionate about hospitality, thrive in a supportive environment, and enjoy making a real difference to someone’s stay, L'Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa offers an inspiring place to grow your career.\nWhat will the role involve?\nThe role of a Junior Sous Chef at L'Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa involves supporting the delivery of an exceptional culinary experience for guests, ensuring that dishes consistently reflect quality, care, and seasonal flair. Working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef team, the Junior Sous Chef will assist with food preparation and service, maintain high standards of presentation and flavour, and contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen.\nAs Junior Sous Chef, your role will focus on supporting the wider culinary team, leading by example during service, and continuing to build your skills within a high-performing kitchen. Responsibilities will include helping to supervise sections, assisting with stock control and food safety standards, supporting junior team members, and contributing to menu preparation across the hotel, including private dining and special events, while ensuring every dish enhances the guest experience.\nThis is a full-time role working 5 days out of 7 including weekends on a rota basis, 45 hours per week, which may vary depending on business.\nWhat’s in it for you?\nA competitive hourly rate of £16.44 with incremental pay reviews based on recognition of commitment and performance, plus a share of service charge.\n\nA welcoming, inclusive culture where long-term friendships and diversity are celebrated.\nOngoing career development with in-house and external training, including apprenticeships and industry-recognised courses.\n28 days holiday per year including bank holidays, increasing to 33 days including bank holidays with length of service.\nUniform and meals on shift provided.\nComplimentary spa access (*restrictions apply).\nFree onsite parking (where applicable).\nAccess to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.\nCompany pension, enhanced sick pay & Life assurance scheme.\nOnline retail discount platform offering thousands of savings with high street retailers and restaurants as well as a health and well-being platform.\nDiscounted stays in our hotels and on food, drink, spa treatments & products.\nAnnual loyalty awards (like afternoon teas and overnight stays).\nIntroduction bonus for new colleague recommendations.\nColleague of the Month awards, which leads to our annual awards ceremony.\nRegular team gatherings and appreciation events.\nAre you Hand Picked?\nWe are looking for active and enthusiastic candidates that have a willing attitude and a welcoming and friendly nature. We work as a team to ensure our hotel operates smoothly and our guests are receiving a high-quality, personalised, and magical experience that they remember, recommend and return to time and time again.\nYou will have previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen role, ideally within a quality hotel or restaurant environment, and be ready to take the next step in your career. You will bring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for high standards, learning, and development.\nWe want people that are passionate, showing the ability to go above and beyond naturally, that take pride in delivering consistently high standards and pay attention to all the details, with a focus on service, excellent and consistency as the everyday.\nWho we are…\nHand Picked Hotels was founded in 2001 by owner and Chairman, Julia Hands MBE, and today still remains a family-owned group which has 21 unique luxury country houses and coastal retreats, each hand picked for their individuality. Architecturally distinctive and quintessentially British, every hotel boasts an extraordinary location from Scotland to the Channel Islands, offering breathtaking views from vast countryside to expansive beaches, to lush woodlands.\nDedicated to creating unique and enchanting stays, curated personalised service runs through the heart of every hotel. Whilst each hotel is individual, each property fulfils the company values of family, individuality, community and care, with a team commitment to aiming higher and delight their guests with magical experiences that offer a true escape from the every day.\nHand Picked Hotels are committed to protecting the environment for a sustainable future, and all of our hotels have received the ‘Green Tourism’ accreditation. A Recognition of our progress in reducing energy use and waste, supporting biodiversity, and sourcing responsibly from local and ethical partners.\nApply Today\nIf you're an experienced Junior Sous Chef looking to work in a luxury hotel, take the next step in your career with L'Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa and apply now.\nHand Picked Hotels is an Equal Opportunities employer. 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