Sous Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Ltd; Penrith; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Share of tips

Staff meals

28 days’ annual leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Ltd is seeking a Sous Chef for a prestigious four-star country house hotel near Penrith, overlooking Ullswater. Salary £35,000 plus a share of tips and live-in accommodation, with opportunities to lead the kitchen team and deliver exceptional food.

You will work alongside the Head Chef to manage day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring high standards, safety and guest satisfaction while benefiting from staff meals, pension and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an AA Rosette-awarded establishment.
• Confidence across all kitchen sections, including food preparation.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Commitment to excellent food quality, preparation and presentation.
• Understanding of food costs, kitchen operations and guest satisfaction.
• Ability to support, coach and develop a team of junior chefs.
• Positive, professional approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to build strong working relationships across the hotel.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in delivering consistent, high-quality food.
• Plan and coordinate kitchen operations alongside senior management.
• Lead, coach and develop the kitchen team, creating a positive working environment.
• Support recruitment, training and the ongoing development of team members.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene and allergen regulations.
• Control costs and drive profitability through effective stock and menu management.
• Communicate effectively with the kitchen team, front of house and guests.
• Maintain excellent food quality and service standards during busy periods.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure consistently high standards.
• Support and develop junior chefs during preparation and service.

Skills

Leadership

Organisation

Communication

Food quality

Food costs understanding

Coaching & development

Attention to detail

Guest satisfaction

Team collaboration

Job description

Sous Chef – £35,000 + Share of Tips + Live-In Accommodation
Join a beautiful lakeside hotel and take the next step in your career!

Are you an experienced Sous Chef looking for your next challenge in a stunning location? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a prestigious four-star country house hotel near Penrith, overlooking the beautiful shores of Ullswater.

Working alongside the Head Chef, you’ll play an important role in leading the kitchen team, delivering exceptional food and maintaining high standards across the operation. With live-in accommodation, a share of tips and excellent staff benefits, this is a brilliant opportunity to develop your career in a beautiful part of the Lake District.

Why apply / What’s in it for you?

• £35,000 salary plus a share of the tips

• Live-in accommodation available

• 25% discount on food, drink and spa treatments across the group

• Generous discounts on regular room rates

• Free staff meals

• 28 days’ annual leave

• Company pension scheme and life assurance

• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme through Hospitality Action

• Continued training and development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

As Sous Chef, you’ll support the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring exceptional food quality and smooth, efficient service.

• Support the Head Chef in delivering consistent, high-quality food

• Plan and coordinate kitchen operations alongside senior management

• Lead, coach and develop the kitchen team, creating a positive working environment

• Support recruitment, training and the ongoing development of team members

• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene and allergen regulations

• Control costs and drive profitability through effective stock and menu management

• Communicate effectively with the kitchen team, front of house and guests

• Maintain excellent food quality and service standards during busy periods

• Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure consistently high standards

• Support and develop junior chefs during preparation and service

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for a passionate Chef with strong leadership skills, excellent organisation and a genuine commitment to delivering outstanding food.

• Previous experience working in an AA Rosette-awarded establishment

• Confidence working across all kitchen sections, including food preparation

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• A commitment to excellent food quality, preparation and presentation

• Understanding of food costs, kitchen operations and guest satisfaction

• The ability to support, coach and develop a team of junior chefs

• A positive, professional approach with excellent attention to detail

• The ability to build strong working relationships across the hotel

If you’re ready to take the next step as a Sous Chef in Penrith, this is a fantastic opportunity to combine career progression with a beautiful location, excellent benefits and live-in accommodation.

Job Number │ 49302 / INDCHEFS
Location │ Penrith
Role │ Sous Chef