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