Senior Sous Chef - Lead 2 Rosette Kitchen in Countryside

Farncombe Estate; South Cheriton; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday

Birthday lunch

Wellbeing resources

Estate-wide discounts

Share of gratuities

Premium pay for holidays

Fully funded apprenticeships

Job summary

The Fish Hotel at Farncombe Estate (Broadway, WR12 location) seeks a Senior Sous Chef to join a 2 AA Rosette kitchen and support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional dining experiences. You will bring Sous Chef experience, hands-on leadership, strong organisation, and a passion for seasonal, locally sourced ingredients to lead a dedicated brigade.

Due to our rural location, you’ll need your own transport.

Qualifications

• Experience at Sous Chef level in a high-quality kitchen.
• A genuine passion for food and hospitality.
• Hands-on leader who supports and develops others.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Positive, team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef, develop a talented brigade and help deliver dining experiences.
• Lead service with confidence and contribute to menu development.
• Play a key role in shaping the team’s success and kitchen operations.
• Collaborate with front-of-house to ensure exceptional guest dining.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Team development

Strong organisation

Hospitality passion

Job description

The Fish Hotel at Farncombe Estate (Broadway, WR12 location) seeks a Senior Sous Chef to join a 2 AA Rosette kitchen and support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional dining experiences. You will bring Sous Chef experience, hands-on leadership, strong organisation, and a passion for seasonal, locally sourced ingredients to lead a dedicated brigade.

Due to our rural location, you’ll need your own transport.