Sous Chef - Award Winning Hotel

TN United Kingdom; Broadway; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a talented culinary team as a Sous Chef at a leading estate in the Cotswolds. This role offers the opportunity to work in two Michelin Guide listed restaurants, focusing on high-quality ingredients and sustainability. With a competitive salary and extensive benefits, this position supports your career growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

30 days holiday per year

Birthday lunch on us

Access to mental health first aiders

Wellbeing resources

Discounts on shopping

Estate discounts on dining and accommodations

Complimentary overnight stay with dinner

Employee recognition program rewards

Referral bonuses

Premium pay for holiday shifts

Optional healthcare cash plan

Financial planning advice

Career opportunities across hotel departments

Fully funded apprenticeship programs

Qualifications

• Experience at Senior CDP or Sous Chef level required.
• Ability to work in a team and lead effectively.
• Passion for high-quality ingredients and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading a team of chefs in a high-quality kitchen.
• Work across two acclaimed restaurants.
• Support the Head Chef in operations and kitchen management.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Culinary Skills

Sustainability Practices

Education

Experience in high-quality kitchens

Job description

Job Description:

We're seeking a Sous Chef to join our talented culinary team at Farncombe, located within the scenic woodlands of our 500-acre Cotswolds Estate. The estate features two acclaimed restaurants: The Back Garden (3 AA rosettes, Michelin Guide listed) and the 'chef's table' 12-seater tasting restaurant MO (4 AA rosettes, Michelin Guide listed). The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work across both establishments.

You will assist in leading a team of dedicated, friendly, and organized chefs. Our kitchen benefits from continuous investment and high-quality equipment, fostering a great environment for work and learning. We prioritize using excellent ingredients from reputable suppliers and are passionate about sustainability and responsible sourcing.

The restaurant operations are overseen by Head Chef Mathieu Blanchard, who will support your learning, development, and growth within the estate. We are interested in candidates with experience in high-quality kitchens at a Senior CDP or Sous Chef level.

Salary and Benefits:

We offer a salary of just over £42,800 annually (£39,312 basic plus approximately £3,000-£3,500 in service charge), based on a 48-hour workweek. Our estate includes three award-winning hotels and kitchens, such as Foxhill Manor and The Fish Hotel, providing ample opportunities for career development and promotion.

Our benefits include:

• 30 days holiday per year, increasing to 35 days after five years
• A birthday lunch in one of our hotels, on us
• Access to onsite mental health first aiders and employee assistance programs
• Wellbeing resources like online exercise classes, mindfulness tools, and nutritious recipes
• Discounts on high street shopping and cashback via Hospitality Rewards
• Estate discounts on dining, accommodations, wine, spa products, and more
• A complimentary overnight stay with dinner for you and a guest
• A £1000 reward in our employee recognition program
• Up to £1000 for referring a friend who joins us
• Premium pay for Christmas and New Year shifts
• Optional low-cost healthcare cash plan
• Free in-person financial planning advice
• Wide-ranging career opportunities across hotel departments, including unique roles like our adventure team
• Fully funded apprenticeship programs

Due to our rural location (WR12 7LJ), candidates must have their own transportation. If this opportunity aligns with your career goals, please contact us to discuss further. We look forward to hearing from you.

We are committed to a respectful, fair, and inclusive workplace, emphasizing wellness and career development, as part of the Hoteliers Charter.