Sous Chef Luxury Lake District Hotel & Restaurant
Location: Grasmere, Lake District
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum
Accommodation: Live-in available at £78 per week
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Overview
A well-established, characterful hotel set in the heart of the Lake District is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join its professional kitchen team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Sous Chef to work in a busy, quality-driven environment, producing fresh, seasonal dishes for both hotel guests and a popular restaurant.
The Role
As Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to support the day-to-day running of the kitchen. This Sous Chef position offers a great balance of leadership, creativity, and hands-on cooking, making it ideal for a strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up or an experienced Sous Chef looking for a stable, long-term role.
The Sous Chef will play a key part in maintaining high standards, driving consistency, and supporting the development of the brigade.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen operations.
Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.
Lead the kitchen in the Head Chefs absence.
Assist with menu development using fresh, seasonal produce.
Train, mentor, and develop junior chefs within the brigade.
Ensure all food hygiene, health & safety, and compliance standards are met.
Manage stock control, ordering, and minimising waste.
Key Requirements
Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie.
Background in fresh food kitchens, ideally within hotels or quality restaurants.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Passion for high-quality food and attention to detail.
Ability to work well under pressure in a busy service environment.
Good understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock control.
The Package
Salary up to £35,000 per annum.
Live-in accommodation available at £78 per week.
Opportunity to work in a stunning Lake District location.
Supportive team environment with career development opportunities.
Apply Now
If you are a dedicated Sous Chef looking for your next opportunity in a beautiful setting, apply today.
CVs in English (Word or PDF format only).
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