About the Role We are looking for a talented and driven Sous Chef to join a high-end hospitality operation delivering memorable dining experiences in a premium guest environment. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping to lead the brigade, maintain exceptional food standards, and contribute fresh ideas to a quality-led food offering. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled chef who thrives in a busy, guest-focused setting and takes pride in consistency, creativity and strong kitchen leadership. Key Responsibilities: Kitchen Leadership & Service Delivery * Support the Head Chef with the daily management of kitchen operations, ensuring service runs smoothly and efficiently. * Lead and motivate the kitchen team during prep and service, creating a positive, professional and organised working environment. * Work alongside senior chefs to deliver consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and timing. * Supervise, train and support junior members of the brigade, helping them develop their skills and confidence. * Build strong working relationships with front-of-house teams to ensure a seamless guest experience. Food Quality & Menu Contribution * Prepare and deliver dishes to a consistently high standard, with strong attention to flavour, presentation and detail. * Assist with menu planning and seasonal menu changes, contributing creative ideas that reflect current food trends and guest expectations. * Ensure all dietary requirements, allergens and special requests are handled with care and accuracy. * Help maintain a fresh, innovative and commercially appealing food offering. Stock Control, Costing & Sustainability * Support stock management, ordering and inventory control to ensure the kitchen is well organised and efficiently run. * Assist in monitoring food margins, portion control and wastage to maximise profitability without compromising quality. * Work with suppliers and senior chefs to ensure produce is of a high standard and sourced responsibly wherever possible. * Promote sustainable kitchen practices, including waste reduction and effective use of ingredients. Hygiene, Health & Safety * Ensure the kitchen operates in line with all food safety, hygiene and health & safety regulations. * Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and food storage throughout the kitchen. * Support the training of the team on safe working practices and company procedures. * Take responsibility for ensuring allergen controls and compliance standards are always followed. About You To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: * At least 2 years’ experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar senior kitchen role * A background in high-quality restaurants, boutique hotels, premium hospitality venues or luxury lifestyle environments * Experience working in a 4-star or 5-star setting would be advantageous * Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, support and develop a team * A calm, organised approach and the ability to perform well under pressure * Excellent attention to detail and a passion for delivering outstanding food * Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures * A Food Safety Level 2 or 3 qualification would be beneficial * Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style * Good level of written and spoken English * Confident IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office * A full UK driving licence would be an advantage What We’re Looking For We’re seeking a chef with flair, professionalism and a genuine passion for hospitality. You’ll be someone who enjoys leading from the front, takes pride in high standards, and wants to be part of a team focused on delivering exceptional food and service in a premium environment. This is more than just a kitchen role — it’s an opportunity to help shape a standout guest experience within an ambitious and quality-driven hospitality business
