Chef in Ambleside

Chef in Ambleside

Ambleside Full-Time 24000 - 30000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Classic Lodges Hotels

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join our kitchen team to create memorable dining experiences for guests.
  • Company: Part of Classic Lodges, known for unique hotels and exceptional hospitality.
  • Benefits: Enjoy discounts, wellbeing support, complimentary meals, and career development opportunities.
  • Other info: Flexible hours with potential live-in accommodation and a supportive work environment.
  • Why this job: Be part of a passionate team that values great food and genuine hospitality.
  • Qualifications: Food production experience and preferably a level two food hygiene certificate.

The predicted salary is between 24000 - 30000 £ per year.

Location: Salutation Hotel, Ambleside

Department: Kitchen

Reports To: Head Chef

Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week over 5 days. Includes weekends and evenings.

About Us

We’re proud to be part of Classic Lodges – a collection of eight characterful hotels set in some of the UK’s most captivating destinations. Each of our hotels has its own personality, but we’re united by one shared purpose: to create meaningful experiences that connect people, places, and memory. That means we don’t just offer stays, we create moments that matter.

The Opportunity

Join our friendly team of staff at The Salutation Hotel. Work as part of a small, committed team of chefs, delivering all aspects of food production in the hotel. As a business, we are committed to the growth and development of our people.

What We’re Looking For

We believe in recruiting for potential as well as experience. Our ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for producing great food, with good attention to detail and be able to work independently, as well as part of a committed small team. You will be required to be flexible in carrying out your duties and be able to communicate positively with the food service team. You must have food production experience with preferably a food hygiene certificate level two.

What’s in It for You

  • Generous employee discounts, including 25% off food and drink, plus friends and family discounts
  • Wellbeing support through our partnership with Hospitality Action, offering free, confidential advice and resources as well as retail discounts
  • Uniform provided
  • Complimentary meals on shift
  • Monthly gratuities
  • Long service awards, including an invitation to the Classic Lodges Awards Ceremony
  • Complimentary use of pool and gym
  • 28 days holiday
  • Learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeships, structured training, and clear career pathways
  • Live in accommodation may be available
Classic Lodges Hotels

Contact Details:

Classic Lodges Hotels Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Chef in Ambleside

Food Production Experience
Attention to Detail
Teamwork
Communication Skills
Flexibility
Independent Working
Food Hygiene Certificate Level Two