Sous Chef – £44,000 Package – Live-in Available Multi-outlet Kitchen Operation | Lechlade, Cotswolds Rhubarb Recruitment is presenting an exceptional opportunity for a Sous Chef to join a respected Cotswolds destination kitchen operation set in the heart of the Gloucestershire countryside. The successful chef will work across multiple high-quality kitchens, including a renowned farm-to-table produce-led restaurant kitchen and a beautifully restored village pub — gaining exposure to both refined, seasonal dining and elevated pub food, all driven by estate-grown and locally sourced produce. The Offer * £44,000 package (£38,000 basic approx. £6,000 service) * Private staff accommodation available – £75 per week including bills * Meals on duty and generous staff discounts * Career development across a respected multi-outlet operation * Proper work-life balance in a structured, professional kitchen The Role * Sous Chef role across multiple kitchens within the estate * Supporting the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen leadership * Cooking modern British, seasonal menus with a strong farm-to-plate ethos * Working with exceptional ingredients from kitchen gardens and trusted local suppliers * Training, mentoring and developing junior chefs * Maintaining standards, consistency and service delivery The Ideal Chef * Experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up * Strong organisational and leadership skills * Passion for seasonal, ingredient-led cooking * Calm, professional approach during busy services * Positive, team-focused and development-driven Location Rural countryside setting near Lechlade, accessible from Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds. This role will not suit candidates who prefer a city-based environment and is best suited to chefs who enjoy countryside living. The nearest good-sized town is 10 minutes bus ride away. This is a rare chance to step into a senior role within a genuinely high-quality, food-led operation with clear standards and long-term prospects. Apply now for immediate consideration