Senior Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Feathers-Hotel; Ludlow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friends & Family rate (£60 BB)

50% off Food & Beverage

Meals on duty

Hospitality Rewards

Retail & dining discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Same-day online GP appointments

Job summary

Feathers-Hotel in Ludlow is seeking a Sous Chef to join the busy kitchen. You will support the Head Chef with menu creation, food preparation, and day-to-day kitchen management to deliver quality dining.

You will lead a brigade, uphold food safety standards, manage stock and costs, and help create a memorable dining experience. The role rewards strong leadership, initiative and a passion for hospitality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or Sous Chef in a high-volume hotel or restaurant.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Expertise in menu planning, food costing, and kitchen operations.
• Experience with food safety regulations (HACCP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• As Sous Chef, responsible for daily operation of the kitchen.
• Support the Head Chef with menu creation, food preparation, kitchen management.
• Oversee kitchen colleagues and ensure high culinary standards.
• Maintain hygiene and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with management to enhance the food & beverage offering.

Skills

Leadership & management

Menu planning & costing

High-volume kitchen

Food safety & HACCP

Work under pressure

Job description

Feathers-Hotel in Ludlow is seeking a Sous Chef to join the busy kitchen. You will support the Head Chef with menu creation, food preparation, and day-to-day kitchen management to deliver quality dining.

You will lead a brigade, uphold food safety standards, manage stock and costs, and help create a memorable dining experience. The role rewards strong leadership, initiative and a passion for hospitality.