Sous ­Chef

• 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.

• 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.

• Local permanent contract provided
• Staff accommodation can be provided 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.

Role title: Sous ChefJoin 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.