Sous Chef – Creative Kitchen Leader for New Pub Opening

Wordsworth; Grasmere; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday paid holiday

Lead-Inn development program

Paid Breaks

50% off food

£1 stays

1/3 off rooms year-round

£50 on same-day bookings

15% off bed and breakfast

EAP (employee assistance)

Give-inn back

Best Pub Employer award

Job summary

The Wordsworth Inn in Grasmere, part of the Inn Collection Group, is opening soon and seeking a Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team from day one. You will work closely with the Head Chef to deliver exceptional, fresh, high-quality dishes in a fast-paced, food-led operation.

You will manage a talented team, uphold our standards, and ensure smooth daily kitchen operations while maintaining strong relationships with front-of-house and management teams.

Qualifications

• Previous sous chef experience in a busy kitchen.
• Ability to lead a team and work with the Head Chef.
• Passion for delivering high-quality guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence.
• Ensure accurate execution of menu specs across all sections.
• Manage stock levels and place orders with nominated suppliers.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and strict food safety standards.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Team management

Food safety

Stock control

Education

Professional cookery qualification

Job description

The Wordsworth Inn in Grasmere, part of the Inn Collection Group, is opening soon and seeking a Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team from day one. You will work closely with the Head Chef to deliver exceptional, fresh, high-quality dishes in a fast-paced, food-led operation.

You will manage a talented team, uphold our standards, and ensure smooth daily kitchen operations while maintaining strong relationships with front-of-house and management teams.