We're looking for an energetic, ambitious, and hands-on Sous Chef to join our busy kitchen team at the Swan. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves leading from the front, and is passionate about delivering exceptional food and service.
Working alongside the Head Chef, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of a high-volume kitchen, supporting and developing the team while maintaining the highest standards across every service.
What you will be doing:
- Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day management of the kitchen
- Leading and motivating the team during busy services
- Maintaining high food quality, consistency, and presentation standards
- Assisting with stock management, ordering, and cost control
- Ensuring food safety and kitchen compliance standards are always met
- Training and developing junior chefs
Why should you work with us at the Swan:
- 4 days on / 3 days off schedule
- Competitive pay - £37,000 per year + service charge (approx. £42,000 per year depending on business)
- Free meals on duty (all fresh ingredients & the best local suppliers)
- Up to 50% off overnight stays in all our properties
- Great benefits via the Hospitality Rewards App: online GP appointments, discounts on your shopping and so much more.
- Referral fee - £200 when you refer a friend!
- Training tailored to your needs and aspirations
- Regular appraisals & opportunities to develop your career path
- Amazing staff trips, parties & team building days
- Bike to work & wellbeing in the workplace scheme
- The chance to join one of the best companies to work for in the southwest at a very exciting time of expansion.
The Swan, part of Stay Original Co
Nestled in the heart of Wedmore, The Swan is a bustling village pub with 7 beautifully designed en-suite bedrooms, a welcoming bar, and a destination restaurant. Open all day, we're known for outstanding food, freshly baked sourdough pizzas, and warm, genuine hospitality.
At Stay Original Co., an independent collection of characterful boutique hotels and inns across the South West, we're passionate about creating memorable experiences for our guests. Since opening our first property in 2011, we've grown to a collection of much-loved destinations, united by exceptional hospitality, beautiful spaces, and food worth travelling for. At Stay Original Co, we do things differently, investing in our people, celebrating individuality, and creating places that guests and teams alike want to return to again and again.
