Senior Sous Chef

Hiddenwell; Warwick; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Spa day

Spa facilities

Stay discounts

Food & retail discounts

Pension

Free parking

EAP

Perkbox

Online GP

Refer-a-Friend

Career development

Supportive team

Job summary

Hiddenwell at Ardencote Manor is seeking an experienced Senior Sous Chef to lead our kitchen team. You will drive high–quality dishes, manage stock and staff, and uphold top hygiene and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include leading from the front, training staff, coordinating with the Head Chef and Restaurant Manager, and ensuring smooth operations across all service periods. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams at a senior level.
• Proven track record delivering high-quality dishes.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver great food and ensure every dish meets high standards for quality, presentation and consistency.
• Lead, train, supervise and motivate the kitchen team, creating a positive and professional working environment.
• Manage rotas and staffing levels to meet business needs.
• Manage stock and suppliers, assist with ordering, stock control and costings.
• Maintain clear communication with Head Chef and Restaurant Manager daily.
• Ensure food hygiene, health & safety and COSHH compliance across the team.
• Take ownership in Head Chef's absence and handle guest issues confidently.

Skills

Excellent kitchen leadership

Passion for high-quality food

Excellent food hygiene

Health & Safety standards

Good communication skills

Stock management

Hands-on leadership

Job description

Ardencote Manor | Hiddenwell Luxury Wellness Retreat

Full Time | Permanent

Salary: £40,000 per annum

Estimated Start Date: 16 November 2026

We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team

What You'll Do

• Delivering great food, helping ensure every dish leaving the kitchen meets our high standards for quality, presentation and consistency
• Leading the team, supporting, training, supervising and motivating the kitchen team, creating a positive and professional working environment and leading by example
• Keeping the kitchen running smoothly, delegating duties effectively, help managing rotas and staffing levels, and making sure the kitchen is prepared to meet the needs of the business
• Managing stock & suppliers, supporting ordering and stock control, liaising with suppliers, maintaining competitive pricing and ensure all deliveries meet the standards we expect
• Communicating across the business, maintaining excellent communication with the Head Chef, Restaurant Manager and senior team through daily briefs, meetings and effective day-to-day communication
• Maintaining high standards, ensuring food hygiene, uniform, quality control, health and safety and COSHH requirements are consistently followed by the whole kitchen team
• Taking ownership, when the Head Chef is away, confidently deal with any guest complaints or operational issues that may arise

What You'll Do

• Excellent kitchen leadership and organisational skills
• Must have a passion for producing consistently high-quality food
• Must have excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards
• Must have good communication skills and a positive, professional approach
• Must have the confidence managing stock, deliveries and kitchen operations
• Must have the ability to remain calm and organised during busy services
• Must have a hands‑on approach – you’re happy to lead from the front and support wherever needed

Additional Information

• 45 hours per week - Full-Time permanent position
• Working 5 days out of 7 per week (including weekends and bank holidays, you will need to be flexible to the business needs)
• Salary: £40,000 per annum
• Shift Patterns: 7:00am-3:00pm 10:00am-6:00pm 3:00pm-11:00pm
• Right to work in the UK required as time of application (visa sponsorship is not available)

Why Join Hiddenwell?

• Complimentary spa day on your work anniversary
• Free use of leisure and spa facilities
• 30% off stays and spa days
• Discounts on food, drink and retail
• Pension scheme
• Free parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Perkbox benefits and Online GP
• Refer-a-Friend bonus
• Excellent training and career development
• A supportive team where you can grow

Hiddenwell — Well hidden. Best found.

Skills

• Fast-Paced Experience
• communication