Junior Sous Chef Country Hotel | Lake District Up to £34,000 Benefits Affordable Live-In Available | Christmas & New Year Off An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Junior Sous Chef to join a well-regarded country hotel in the western Lake District, set within one of the UK’s most spectacular landscapes. Part of a growing independent business with exciting plans ahead, this is a rare opportunity to join a supportive, well-run kitchen offering genuine work–life balance, long-term progression, and one of hospitality’s rarest benefits — Christmas and New Year off. The Role Working closely with the Head Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, supporting both service and wider kitchen organisation. You will: Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen Step up to lead service in the Head Chef’s absence when required Contribute to seasonal menu development using strong local produce Support stock control, supplier ordering and kitchen organisation Uphold excellent food safety and hygiene standards Support and help develop junior members of the brigade Deliver consistently high standards of food quality and presentation This is a hands-on role suited to a current Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up, looking to develop within a stable, ambitious business. The Kitchen Quality-led hotel kitchen Seasonal menus with strong local produce focus Independent ownership with exciting growth plans Supportive, close-knit team culture Stable, permanent role (not seasonal) The Package Up to £34,000 salary Affordable live-in accommodation available (subject to availability) Christmas & New Year off Staff meals on duty Employee discounts Free parking Ongoing training and progression opportunities Genuine work–life balance The Ideal Candidate Current Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up Experience within hotels, restaurants or quality fresh-food kitchens Organised, reliable and calm under pressure Strong team ethic and positive attitude Passionate about food and keen to develop further Why This Role This is a rare chance to combine: Strong salary Affordable live-in accommodation Career progression Outstanding surroundings And Christmas and New Year off If you’re looking for a role that offers quality of life as well as quality of food, this is a standout opportunity.