Job Description
We’re delighted to be supporting a luxury country house hotel in Wiltshire, home to a Michelin-starred restaurant and an exceptional reputation for refined dining, weddings and high-end events.
This is a rare opportunity for a Senior Sous Chef to step into a true number two position, working directly under a highly accomplished Executive Chef. You’ll play a pivotal role in leading a talented 16-strong brigade across fine dining, weddings and in-room dining, all delivered from one central kitchen.
You’ll be wondering what’s in it for you as the Senior Sous Chef…
1. £50,642 per annum plus £3,000 to £4,000 service charge
2. Working 48 hours per week
3. Live-in accommodation available for the first 3 months if required
4. Genuine number two role under the Executive Chef
5. 29 days holiday (increasing with length of service)
6. Wonderful training and development opportunities
7. Discounts on F&B and room nights across the group
8. Perkz online benefits scheme
9. Free gym access
10. Cycle to work scheme
Responsibilities as the Senior Sous Chef...
11. Supporting and deputising for the Executive Chef across all kitchen operations
12. Leading service across Michelin-level dining, weddings and private events
13. Managing and mentoring a brigade of 16 chefs
14. Driving consistency, creativity and high standards across every dish
15. Overseeing ordering, GP, stock control and kitchen organisation
16. Maintaining exceptional food safety and allergen compliance
To be considered, you must have experience within a multi-Rosette or Michelin-starred environment and be confident operating at a consistently high level. This role would suit an established Senior Sous Chef looking to step into a prestigious country house setting, or a strong Sous Chef ready for that next serious move.
PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.