Sous Chef

Leonardo Hotels; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room discounts across Leonardo hotels

Recognition & rewards program

Referral scheme

Wellbeing & training initiatives

Training & progression paths

Job summary

Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations and to lead a dynamic team. You will mentor staff, drive high service standards, and ensure consistent quality across menus while maintaining a welcoming dining experience for guests.

The role emphasizes inspirational leadership, collaboration with other hotel departments, and a commitment to Leonardo's values in a busy hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in hospitality
• Strong leadership and training skills
• Commitment to guest service and quality standards

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in planning and controlling daily kitchen operations
• Supervise and develop kitchen staff to deliver consistent quality
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety across all stations

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Team motivation

Food safety

Job description

## Sous ChefApply: Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham: Full time: Posted 22 Days Ago: JR105540Be Yourself – Be a Bold Team Player – Be Leonardo Once you’re part of the team, you’re part of the Leonardo community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland!The Sous Chef will support the strategic initiatives and objectives of the Kitchen department, as well as supervising day to day operations. All members of the department work together to create memorable moments for guests, in line with both company and hotel-specific service standards, and collaborate closely with other departments within the hotel. You will act as an ambassador for your own hotel and the wider Leonardo Hotels estate, demonstrating the company vision, mission and values. At all times, you will treat others around you with respect, dignity and fairness. As a Sous Chef, you’ll be the backbone of the team as you’ll be working with the Head Chef to inspire and motivate the team, ensuring that all guests have memorable experiences with us. Take a deep breath because you’ll be stepping into a busy role! You’ll be an inspirational leader within the kitchen and passionate about developing those around you, creating the kitchen you want to lead and working with the Head Chef to provide an amazing service to our guests. If you’re our ideal Sous Chef, you will: • Build working relationships with the Chefs and the team around you • Believe in ‘sharing is caring’, and ensure knowledge and expertise are shared amongst team members • ‘Be a show off’ and showcase your skills – we want to see what you can do! • Promote fun and bridge the gaps – be the main connector for your team • Be an Ambassador of our values for the wider teamINDLHSome of the perks our Sous Chef could enjoy include:* Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe* Company-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops* Talent referral scheme* Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between!* Wellbeing Calendar* Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progressionWe’re committed to creating a workplace where every individual—regardless of background, identity, or lived experience—is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered.Why come join us as a Sous Chef?We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Our regular Learning Bites, “Come Join Us Guest Care” training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you’ll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality!