Senior Sous Chef – Award-Winning Destination Pub Restaurant
Location: Cotswolds
Salary: Strong package for the area (details discussed at interview)
Hours: 4-day working week | Straight shifts
Tronc: Circa £8,000–£10,000 per annum
Accommodation: High-quality live-in available nearby (£280 pcm)
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The Venue & Style
This is a highly regarded, destination-led pub restaurant operating at 2 AA Rosette standard, known for its commitment to seasonal British produce, classical foundations, and confident, ingredient-driven cooking.
The kitchen has a strong reputation for consistency, flavour, and execution — producing food that is refined without being overworked, and ambitious without losing its sense of place. The operation is busy, well-structured, and professionally run, with a loyal customer base and a clear culinary identity.
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The Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to play a pivotal role within the kitchen leadership team. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will help drive standards, mentor the brigade, and maintain consistency across all services.
This role suits someone who thrives in a quality-led, fresh-food environment, enjoys responsibility, and wants to be part of a kitchen that values craft, teamwork, and work-life balance.
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Key Responsibilities
* Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day leadership of the kitchen
* Lead services confidently, ensuring consistent execution at rosette standard
* Oversee and motivate the brigade, setting the tone for professionalism and discipline
* Assist with menu development, seasonal changes, and daily specials
* Manage stock control, ordering, GP awareness, and supplier relationships
* Maintain exemplary food safety, hygiene, and organisational standards
* Contribute to staff training, development, and progression
* Support rota planning and kitchen workflow to ensure smooth, efficient service
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About You
* Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Sous in a rosette-level or high-quality pub/restaurant
* Strong grounding in modern British cooking with respect for seasonal produce
* Calm, organised, and decisive during busy services
* A natural leader who sets standards through example
* Commercially aware with good kitchen admin and cost control skills
* Passionate about food, team culture, and long-term consistency
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What’s on Offer
* Excellent salary package for the area
* 4-day working week with straight shifts
* £8k–£10k annual tronc (well-established system)
* High-quality live-in accommodation nearby (£280 pcm)
* Staff meals on duty
* On-site parking
* Discounts across food, drink, and accommodation within the wider group
* A stable, respected kitchen with long-term progression opportunities
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Why This Role
This is a rare chance to step into a serious Senior Sous position within one of the Cotswolds’ most respected pub kitchens — combining high standards, strong earnings, and genuine work-life balance.