Senior Sous

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Ltd; North Common; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service charge

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Ltd is seeking a Senior Sous Chef for a luxury hotel in the Cotswolds. The ideal candidate will have a background in 3 AA Rosette or Michelin-starred kitchens, with proven team leadership and the ability to train junior chefs while maintaining high standards under pressure.

You will support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations and service, manage sections during service, and contribute to a high-performing, award-winning kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Experience required in high-end kitchens with 3 AA Rosette or Michelin-starred status.
• Ability to lead a kitchen team and deliver high-quality service under pressure.
• Strong training, mentoring, and staff development skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef in daily kitchen operations and service delivery.
• Lead and mentor junior chefs, ensuring consistency and precision across stations.
• Oversee sections during service to maintain high standards and smooth operation.

Skills

Team leadership

High standards

Training juniors

Job description

Platinum Recruitment is working with a luxury hotel in the Cotswolds, looking for an experienced Senior Sous Chef to join their high-performing kitchen team. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong senior chef with a background in 3 AA Rosette or Michelin-starred kitchens.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary plus service charge
• Work within a luxury, award-winning kitchen environment
• Exposure to high-quality, seasonal British produce
• Supportive senior leadership team
• Opportunity for progression within a respected hospitality group

Why choose our Client?

This is a well-established, highly regarded property with a strong reputation for delivering consistent, high-level dining. The kitchen operates to an exceptional standard, with a focus on precision, consistency, and quality across all sections. It is a structured environment where senior chefs are trusted to lead and maintain high expectations.

What’s involved?

As Senior Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen, taking responsibility for service delivery, team leadership, and maintaining consistently high standards. You will play a key role in training and developing junior chefs, managing sections during service, and ensuring smooth kitchen operations.

Applicants must have experience working in minimum 3 AA Rosette kitchens or Michelin-starred establishments, with proven ability to operate in a high-pressure, high-standard environment.

Sound like the role for you? Then we would love to hear from you.