Senior Sous Chef

Exclusive Hotels and Venues; Castle Combe; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Castle Combe is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their prestigious kitchen team. This role involves leading kitchen operations, supporting the Executive Chef, and mentoring culinary staff. The ideal candidate will have strong culinary skills, experience in a premium setting, and excellent leadership abilities. The position also offers competitive pay, employee perks, and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Benefits

Competitive pay plus service charge

50% discount on Food & Beverage dining

Free meals while on duty

Access to on-site gym and parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong experience as a Sous Chef in a premium hospitality setting.
• Confident in leading service and coordinating a professional kitchen.
• Excellent culinary skills with strong leadership and mentoring ability.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in leading kitchen operations and maintaining high culinary standards.
• Coordinate the brigade during service, ensuring dishes are delivered on time.
• Run the kitchen confidently in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Job description

Job Introduction

Senior Sous Chef – The Manor House – Castle Combe, Wiltshire

A Career in Hospitality Where Every Detail Tells a Story

The Manor House, a part of the Exclusive Collection, is nestled in the storybook village of Castle Combe and combines timeless elegance with a Michelin-starred restaurant and a championship golf course. The Castle Inn, part of The Manor House estate, is a historic Cotswolds inn where relaxed dining meets warm, welcoming service. Together, they offer a heritage-rich setting where every detail is designed to create memorable experiences for guests.

You will join as a Senior Sous Chef that values leadership, creativity, collaboration, and pride in everything they do. Here, your ideas will be welcomed and your growth supported.

Benefits

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay, plus service charge
• Great rates for stays across all our hotels and 50% discount on Food & Beverage dining
• Free meals while on duty
• Free access to the on-site gym and parking
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing resources
• Exclusive discounts and perks through Hospitality Essentials
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and internal movement within the Exclusive Collection

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in leading kitchen operations and maintaining high culinary standards.
• Coordinate the brigade during service, ensuring dishes are delivered on time and to specification.
• Run the kitchen confidently in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Coach and mentor the Sous Chef, Chef de Parties, Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs.
• Ensure excellent food safety, hygiene and allergen compliance across all kitchen areas.
• Support menu development and dish refinement to elevate the culinary offer.
• Manage, stock control and waste reduction.
• Monitor quality, portion control and presentation across all sections.
• Support a positive, professional and development-focused kitchen culture.

Person Specification

• Strong experience as a Sous Chef in a premium hospitality setting.
• Confident leading service and coordinating a professional kitchen.
• Excellent culinary skills with strong leadership and mentoring ability.
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations, food safety and compliance.
• Calm, organised and solutions-focused during busy periods.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Committed to high standards, consistency and continuous improvement.

We are a certified B Corp, committed to sustainability and responsible business practices. At Exclusive Collection, we champion wellbeing, progression, and a culture where people who share our values can thrive.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all individuals with the right to work in the UK. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please let us know.

Apply today and join a team that celebrates creativity, teamwork and genuine care in everything we do.