Sous Chef – Fine Dining
Salary: Up to £44,000 per year + tips + bonus (OTE up to £48,000)
Location: Derbyshire (Peak District area)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you a passionate Sous Chef with a love for fine dining and fresh, seasonal produce?
My client is looking for a talented Sous Chef to join a prestigious award-winning hotel and restaurant in Derbyshire and support the Head Chef in delivering an exceptional dining experience in a multi-rosette kitchen.
This is a hands-on role, perfect for someone with experience at rosette or fine dining level, looking to step into a progressive and rewarding environment.
What’s in it for you?
1. Salary up to £44,000 + bonus scheme (OTE up to £48,000)
2. Live-in accommodation available
3. Share of tips
4. Christmas Day off
5. Career progression opportunities
6. Long service awards
7. Staff parties & competitions
8. Employee discounts across the group
9. Discounted or free meals on shift
10. Free on-site parking
Your Responsibilities:
11. Support the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
12. Lead and supervise junior chefs in a busy fine dining kitchen
13. Maintain high culinary standards, presentation, and consistency
14. Manage stock, ordering, and food cost control
15. Ensure strict compliance with hygiene and food safety regulations
16. Train and develop kitchen staff to reach their full potential
17. Be hands-on during service, ensuring dishes leave the pass to standard and on time
What we’re looking for:
18. Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous in a fine dining/rosette kitchen
19. Passion for fresh, seasonal, locally sourced food
20. Leadership skills with the ability to inspire and support your team
21. Strong organisational and stock management skills
22. A hands-on chef who thrives in a busy kitchen environment
This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to join a respected hospitality group where people, passion, and progression are at the heart of everything they do.
Apply today and take the next step in your culinary career!
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