Sous Chef – Cumbria – Popular Lake District Inn – Live In

Taste Hospitality Recruitment Limited; Ambleside; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts across the group

Excellent training and development

Genuine career progression within a 2

Free on-site parking

Work in the heart of the Lake District

Stable and supportive kitchen team

Job summary

Taste Hospitality Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a Sous Chef for a well-established 4 Star Hotel in the Lake District. You will join a busy fresh food kitchen, working closely with the Head Chef to maintain high standards during service.

The ideal candidate will have solid Sous Chef experience in a high-volume kitchen, strong leadership, and a passion for Classic British seasonal dishes. The role offers training, progression, and a supportive team in a stunning location.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef in a busy kitchen.
• Proven ability to lead a team and maintain standards during service.
• Knowledge of fresh, seasonal ingredients and menu planning.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Lead and motivate the brigade during busy services.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and food cost management.
• Help train and develop junior kitchen staff.
• Ensure food hygiene and health & safety standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Brigade management

Fresh food kitchen

Stock control

Food hygiene

Job description

We are recruiting a Sous Chef for a well-established and highly regarded 4 Star Hotel in the heart of the Lake District, offering an excellent opportunity to join a busy, fresh food kitchen.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and candidates must have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. If you require Sponsorship please do not apply, thank you.

Located in one of the Lake District’s most popular destinations, this bustling hotel combines comfortable accommodation, a welcoming atmosphere, and an excellent food offering that attracts both loyal locals and visitors throughout the year.

The kitchen focuses on producing Classic British, seasonal dishes using fresh ingredients, with a strong emphasis on consistency, teamwork, and delivering an outstanding dining experience during busy service periods.

• Competitive salary plus tips
• Employee discounts across the group
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Genuine career progression within a growing hospitality company
• Free on-site parking
• Work in the heart of the Lake District
• Join a stable and supportive kitchen team

As Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping to lead the brigade while maintaining high standards throughout every service.

This role would suit an experienced Sous Chef looking for a fresh challenge or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready to step up into a senior position.

As Sous Chef you will:

• Support the Head Chef with the day-to-day management of the kitchen
• Lead and motivate the brigade during busy services
• Maintain consistently high standards of food quality and presentation
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and food cost management
• Help train and develop junior members of the kitchen team
• Ensure excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards are maintained
• Take responsibility for the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence

The ideal candidate will have a strong fresh food background, excellent organisational skills, and enjoy working within a fast-paced environment where quality and teamwork are at the heart of everything.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving hospitality business offering genuine career progression within one of the UK’s most beautiful locations.

Due to the number of applicants received, unfortunately we are unable to reply individually to each. Should your application be suitable for the role, then you’ll hear from us within 48 hours, thank you.

Company Registration Number: 06694061

VAT Number: 939 6931 67