Stanley House Hotel & Spa – Mellor, Lancashire
Stanley House Hotel & Spa is an award-winning boutique
hotel set in 54 acres of beautiful Ribble Valley countryside. With 30
exceptional bedrooms, high-end dining, weddings, events, and a world-class spa,
it’s a unique environment for ambitious culinary talent.
Join Us at an Exciting Time
We’re investing in our culinary offer, with a kitchen
refurbishment planned for the new year, and we’ve introduced a new 4-day
working week (40 hours per week) for the kitchen brigade, to support
balance and attract top talent.
The Opportunity
We’re seeking a passionate and hands-on Sous Chef to
support the Executive Head Chef in delivering outstanding food across all hotel
outlets, including the restaurant, bar & lounge, and events. You’ll be a
natural leader, mentoring the team, maintaining high standards, and helping
shape menus and culinary concepts.
This role is ideal for someone with proven restaurant
experience, a flair for consistency and quality, and a drive to grow in a hotel
or events environment.
What You’ll Do
* Support
the Executive Head Chef in delivering exceptional food quality and
presentation
* Lead,
mentor, and inspire the kitchen team
* Assist
in kitchen operations, ensuring safety, hygiene, and efficiency
* Help
develop menus, new dishes, and seasonal offerings
* Ensure
smooth service across all food outlets, including events and banquets
What You’ll Get
* Competitive
salary + TRONC
* 4-day
working week for the kitchen team
* Discounts
on stays and Food & Beverage across leaf HOSPITALITY portfolio of
hotels
* Learning
& professional development opportunities
* 24/7
Employee Assistance Programme
* Enhanced
annual and family leave
* £500
service bonus for every 5 years service
* Team
Member of the Month/Year awards
* Uniform
provided
This hotel is managed by leaf HOSPITALITY who is a hotel
management company that has one simple value that underpins everything we do:
be excellent. We work with branded and independent hotels. Our vision is to be
a leader in the market where every member of our team plays a part in
delivering excellent service to our guests, owners, and team members.
#BeExcellent #BeHuman #HaveIntegrity