Creative Sous Chef — Lead Hotel Kitchen & Menu

Peoplebank; Bradford-on-Avon; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Knife Sponsorship Scheme

Chefs dine out scheme

Training and development

Birthday day off

EarlyPay

Cycle to work scheme

Help@Hand wellness service

Life Assurance Benefit

Enhanced parental packages

Volunteer paid day off

LFH Benefit Hub

Discounted hotel stays

Job summary

Woolley Grange Hotel, part of Luxury Family Hotels, seeks a Sous Chef to lead a creative kitchen team at our Wiltshire retreat. This permanent role is 48 hours per week over five days, including weekends, with a salary of £42,108 per year plus generous service charge and a brilliant benefits package.

You will develop menus, oversee day‑to‑day kitchen operations, coach junior staff, ensure health and food safety standards, and strive to deliver an unforgettable dining experience for every guest.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or a similar role in a high-quality restaurant or hotel setting.
• Culinary qualifications and a strong understanding of various cooking techniques.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with a passion for developing the team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Development of recipes: helping with seasonal menu writing, and preparing high-quality dishes
• Kitchen Management: Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, cleanliness, and adherence to all health and safety standards.
• Team Leadership: Lead and inspire the kitchen team, building their knowledge in a collaborative work environment. Provide guidance, training, and support to junior kitchen staff.
• Quality Control: Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency. Conduct regular checks to ensure all dishes meet the established standards.
• Ordering and Inventory: Monitor stock levels, and place orders as needed to ensure a well-stocked and organized kitchen.

Job description

Woolley Grange Hotel, part of Luxury Family Hotels, seeks a Sous Chef to lead a creative kitchen team at our Wiltshire retreat. This permanent role is 48 hours per week over five days, including weekends, with a salary of £42,108 per year plus generous service charge and a brilliant benefits package.

You will develop menus, oversee day‑to‑day kitchen operations, coach junior staff, ensure health and food safety standards, and strive to deliver an unforgettable dining experience for every guest.