Junior Sous Chef - Accommodation Available

The Barnsdale; Oakham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Oakham is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team. This role offers a 4-day work week, excellent starting salary with tronc, and a variety of perks including training programs and discounts. The ideal candidate should have experience in a similar role and be dedicated to delivering outstanding guest experiences. Join us and be part of an exciting culinary adventure!

Benefits

Discounted rates across restaurants and hotels

28 days’ holiday + birthday off

Team recognition programme

Referral bonus scheme

Complimentary team meals on shift

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role preferred.
• Ability to lead a kitchen team.
• Knowledge of food hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team in absence of Head Chef.
• Ensure chefs are briefed ahead of service.
• Ensure food quality and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Hygiene Compliance

Communication

Health & Safety Standards

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Junior Sous Chef - Accommodation Available, Oakham

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Client:

The Barnsdale

Location:

Oakham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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6

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

We are looking for an awesome Junior Sous Chef to join our Kitchen team at The Barnsdale. This role is based on a 4 day working week, allowing you to still have a generous work-life balance.

Our hotel overlooks the beautiful Rutland landscape with a picturesque courtyard, with a kitchen brigade providing fine dining using many ingredients sourced from the wealth of fine produce found in the locality. Encircled by idyllic surroundings on the north shore of Rutland Water, the hotel is a tranquil rural haven, close to the charming market towns of Oakham and Uppingham.

We can offer you:

• An amazing opportunity of joining and being part of a very exciting adventure.
• An excellent starting salary or hourly rate, plus generous tronc to top up your monthly earnings
• Access personalised training, buddy programmes, clear career paths and genuine opportunities for your development.
• Discounted rates across our restaurants and hotels for you, family and friends to enjoy.
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay before pay date, and save directly from your salary.
• 28 days’ holiday + birthday off (including Bank Holidays).
• Team recognition programme to celebrate your achievements.
• Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent - earn up to £300.
• Flexible scheduling without split shifts.
• Complimentary team meals on shift.
• Long Service Awards - lunches for two with all the trimmings, complimentary room stays with breakfast and dinner, Lion King tickets to the West End, and so much more.
• Industry supplier trips and visits, as well as access to masterclasses and workshops.
• Flexibility to move across our Group, as you develop with us.
• Access to apprenticeships and accredited qualifications up to Level 4.

You will:

• Lead our kitchen team, in absence of the Head Chef.
• Ensure that all chefs are briefed ahead of service and are familiar with day to day expectations and requirements.
• Ensure that the necessary stocks are on hand at the right quality and quantity.
• Ensure that timetables, leave rosters and attendance registers are up-to-date.
• Ensure that all statutory, as well as company, hygiene regulations are being strictly adhered to and maintain records and logs.
• Monitor and maintain a strong understanding of health & safety compliance standards, so the team adhere to current legislation.
• Maintain open communication with the front of house team, ensuring the whole F&B operation runs as smoothly as possible.
• Ensure that each dish leaving the kitchen is checked for quality, quantity, presentation and correct temperature.
• Engage with relevant training and development for your role for further advancement.

We are looking for an awesome Junior Sous Chef to join our Kitchen team at The Barnsdale. This role is based on a 4 day working week, allowing you to still have a generous work-life balance.

Our hotel overlooks the beautiful Rutland landscape with a picturesque courtyard, with a kitchen brigade providing fine dining using many ingredients sourced from the wealth of fine produce found in the locality. Encircled by idyllic surroundings on the north shore of Rutland Water, the hotel is a tranquil rural haven, close to the charming market towns of Oakham and Uppingham.

We can offer you:

• An amazing opportunity of joining and being part of a very exciting adventure.
• An excellent starting salary or hourly rate, plus generous tronc to top up your monthly earnings
• Access personalised training, buddy programmes, clear career paths and genuine opportunities for your development.
• Discounted rates across our restaurants and hotels for you, family and friends to enjoy.
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay before pay date, and save directly from your salary.
• 28 days’ holiday + birthday off (including Bank Holidays).
• Team recognition programme to celebrate your achievements.
• Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent - earn up to £300.
• Flexible scheduling without split shifts.
• Complimentary team meals on shift.
• Long Service Awards - lunches for two with all the trimmings, complimentary room stays with breakfast and dinner, Lion King tickets to the West End, and so much more.
• Industry supplier trips and visits, as well as access to masterclasses and workshops.
• Flexibility to move across our Group, as you develop with us.
• Access to apprenticeships and accredited qualifications up to Level 4.

You will:

• Lead our kitchen team, in absence of the Head Chef.
• Ensure that all chefs are briefed ahead of service and are familiar with day to day expectations and requirements.
• Ensure that the necessary stocks are on hand at the right quality and quantity.
• Ensure that timetables, leave rosters and attendance registers are up-to-date.
• Ensure that all statutory, as well as company, hygiene regulations are being strictly adhered to and maintain records and logs.
• Monitor and maintain a strong understanding of health & safety compliance standards, so the team adhere to current legislation.
• Maintain open communication with the front of house team, ensuring the whole F&B operation runs as smoothly as possible.
• Ensure that each dish leaving the kitchen is checked for quality, quantity, presentation and correct temperature.
• Engage with relevant training and development for your role for further advancement.

At Signet Collection, we believe that our appearance reflects the luxury and elegance our guests expect when they stay with us. As you consider joining our team, we want to remind you of the importance of presenting yourself in a way that reflects our style of hospitality; warm, charming, and polished.

So, if you are dedicated to making each and every guest experience unequivocally brilliant, and have what it takes, we would love to meet you!