Sous chef at the lido - united kingdom, clifton, bristol

lido and co have a fantastic opportunity to join our well-established team, who recently gained a michelin plate in the 2021 awards as sous chef of the bristol lido in clifton.

our restaurant ethos:

the menus for both the poolside bar and the restaurant are based around our italian wood ovens and bespoke charcoal grill and have mediterranean and north african influences, with nods to the levant for its exoticness and california for its seasonality, presented simply without fuss or complication, letting the ingredients speak for themselves.

we do not compromise on ingredients using the best the southwest has to offer, from day boat fish and shellfish from cornwall, dorset, and devon. meat and fowl are selected from farms who specialise in rare breeds and farm with regenerative, organic practises, we purchase whole carcasses when possible and butcher in house to eliminate waste and to keep our belief of using every part. wild game and venison when in season come from well-managed shoots and land managers respectively. our fruit and vegetables are grown locally when the farms and seasons permit, otherwise carefully sourced from spain, italy, and france. dairy comes in churns from local creameries and cheeses are sourced from small artisanal producers.

in collaboration with our restaurant director and head chef, we are looking for a committed, ambitious, and experienced sous chef, and most importantly one that works well with others in a calm, controlled and professional manner. experience cooking over live fire and with wood ovens also recommended as is a close understanding of seasonal produce, with hands on strengths in sourdough baking and in house butchery.

we are looking for someone to lead from the front not only on the pass but also behind the scenes by training and mentoring our team. experience of developing individuals and building strong staff retention is a must.

this job is a great opportunity for someone looking for an upwards of a 2 to 3-year commitment and requires a characterful individual who has a strong presence on the pass alongside a thorough understanding of the needs to run a nationally recognised kitchen in bristol.

highly competitive salary will be dependent on experience.

who are we?

bristol lido is an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by an award-winning restaurant, poolside bar and spa. bristol lido opened its doors in 2008 and has since become a venue for every occasion from daily swims, celebrations, and holidays. the idea is for guests to sit back, enjoy being served by friendly staff whilst watching the swimmers alongside and your food being prepared in the wood (now gas fuel to support the environments survival) fired oven. our spa provides a holistic approach to tailored massages, using bespoke lido oils, guests can relax while hearing the lapping of the water on the pools edge.

our unique setting sets us apart from many venues, and for that reason we are dedicated to recruiting a team that thrive of our values and ethos so that every guest leaves with that same feeling of calm and wellbeing.

what do we offer?

successful candidates can look forward to:

- highly competitive salary and service tronc.

-full use of the pool and spa facilities at management due to capacity levels.

- three course meal for your birthday for two at any of our three sites.

- respectable working week and a work life balance.

-employee assistance program with hospitality action!

- opportunity to grow and progress with the brand.

- 50% off treatments at our two lido’s and 25% off for friends and family.

- 20% off food and drink at any of our four sites for groups up to 6 people.

- annual staff party & spring social event for all sites.

- recruitment bonus if you recommend someone to work with us and they pass their 3-month probation.

- management and employee development plans and courses with natwest mentor.

- wset level 1, 2 and 3 company sponsorship opportunities – open to all depts.

- coffee training and barista qualification with our bristol coffee suppliers, easy jose – open to all depts.

- department specific training co-ordinators who are on site, working with the team to develop all employees at a much more personal level – think cider pressing, gin distilling as well as watching how our spa products are made at the product hq – arcania.

- regular visits to our food, drink, and spa suppliers.

- 28 days statutory leave, pension scheme, delicious staff food & more!

what now?

if you think this opportunity is for you, please send us a copy of your cv and a covering letter telling us a bit about yourself, your plans going forward in your career and why the bristol lido could be the right fit for you. please attach any written references. we look forward to receiving your application

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