Sous Chef

Cotswold Inns and Hotels Ltd.; Stroud; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food & drink discount

Weekly tips

Discounted hotel stays

My Fuller’s benefits

Healthcare plan

Induction & training

Wagestream access

Job summary

Cotswold Inns & Hotels Ltd. is seeking a passionate Sous Chef for The Bear on Rodborough Common in the Cotswolds. You will support the Head Chef, take the lead in service when they are away, and ensure dishes are prepared from seasonal, local ingredients with pride and flair.

You will inspire the kitchen team, uphold high standards of hygiene and food safety, and contribute to innovative menus while delivering consistent, memorable meals for guests and events.

Qualifications

• Experience as sous chef or deputy to head chef.
• Ability to prepare dishes using seasonal, local ingredients.
• Strong hygiene, food safety knowledge and kitchen hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Take full control of the kitchen in the head chef's absence.
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Ensure consistent service and maintain high hygiene standards.

Skills

Leadership

Hygiene & Food Safety

Seasonal Cooking

Creative Menu Development

Job description

At Cotswold Inns & Hotels, we pride ourselves on creating unforgettable experiences in some of the most beautiful locations in the Cotswold’s. Whether it’s a wedding reception, board meeting, holiday of a lifetime, or a Christmas feast, we believe in delivering warm hospitality and exceptional service with a personal touch every single day. The teams in our collection of characterful hotels thrive on individuality, integrity, and a deep connection to our communities.

With Fuller’s values at our core – doing things the right way, being part of the family, celebrating individuality, and always asking what’s next? – we invite you to bring your true self and grow with us in a place where tradition and personality are both treasured.

The Bear on Rodborough Common is nestled amongst the rambling hills of beautiful National Trust land. Popular with ramblers, dog walkers and golfers, expect a busy bar and accommodation with 46 rooms on site.

What we can offer you:

• An exciting variety of career paths: Explore a wide range of roles and career paths across our pubs and hotels.
• Supportive environment: We put people first and strive for a collaborative and trusting atmosphere where everyone is valued.
• Continuous growth: Engage in learning and development programs to fuel your personal and professional growth.
• 25% discount on food and drink, across all our pubs and hotels for you and your friends and family. Increasing to 30% after one year, 35% after three years and 40% after five years.
• A fair share of tips, paid on top of your hourly pay and paid on a weekly basis.
• Discounted hotel stays at hotels in the Fuller’s Family
• Access to ‘My Fuller’s’ – our online benefits platform where you can make savings at 100s of retailers and access discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets and much more.
• Healthcare Cash Plan – after one year with us you will have access to a 24-hour GP service and the ability to claim your money back for dentist and eyecare appointments.
• Full induction and training
• The option to receive up to 35% of your earnings as you earn them with Wagestream. This means you won’t always need to wait until payday.

What we look for in a Sous Chef:

• As a deputy to the Head Chef, you will take full control of the kitchen when they are away.
• Someone who will take pride in preparing fresh food made from seasonal, local ingredients.
• A creative Sous Chef who can bring new ideas and create fresh dishes.
• Bring the best out of the kitchen team.
• Take pride in every successful service.
• A hygiene qualification, excellent food knowledge and food safety awareness are all essential for this role.