Job Title: Junior Sous Chef
Location: Otley, West Yorkshire
Salary: £32,000 per annum + tips (£3,000–£4,000 approx. per year)
Hours: 45 hours per week across 5 days (no split shifts)
Holidays: 28 days per year
Perks: Free meals on shift, generous staff discount (including for family and friends)
Join Our Award-Winning Team
We are a family-owned, 5 Star Gold Award hotel and restaurant with a reputation for excellence, serving 2 AA Rosette standard food. With 9 beautiful ensuite bedrooms and a 35-cover fine dining restaurant, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional experiences in both food and service. We also own a licensed village chapel, offering full wedding packages — with 33 weddings booked this year alone.
What truly sets us apart is our team culture. Staff turnover is low because we genuinely value and look after our team. We believe a happy kitchen is a productive kitchen, and we're committed to providing a supportive, enjoyable working environment.
About the Role
We're looking for a passionate and driven Junior Sous Chef to join our small but talented brigade (Head Chef, Sous, Junior Sous, CDP, and Commis).
This is an ideal opportunity for:
* An experienced Junior Sous Chef ready for a new challenge, or
* A strong Chef de Partie looking to take the next step up
What We're Looking For:
* Experience working with fresh, seasonal produce
* Preferably classically trained
* Solid knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations
* Confident in portion control, stock management, and occasionally placing supplier orders
* A natural leader able to oversee and help train junior members of the team
Why Work With Us?
* Be part of an award-winning and growing operation
* Develop your skills in a Rosette-standard kitchen
* Enjoy work-life balance with no split shifts
* Become part of a supportive and tight-knit team