Sous Chef for Luxury Country Hotel and Wellness Retreat

Oplu (formerly Chace People); England; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury country hotel and wellness retreat is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in creating exceptional dining experiences. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of experience in luxury fine dining environments, a strong commitment to sustainability, and the ability to lead a kitchen brigade. The role offers a competitive salary and a relocation package for those moving to Dorset. Join us to work with home-grown produce in a refined 5-star setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Relocation package

Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Sous Chef in luxury fine dining, a 5-star hotel or an award-winning restaurant.
• Strong farm-to-table mindset with a passion for provenance, sustainability and seasonal cooking.
• Confident leading a brigade and maintaining daily standards of quality, flavour and consistency.
• Deep understanding of food safety, kitchen hygiene and UK hospitality compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in delivering a market-leading culinary experience.
• Work with exceptional home-grown produce and contribute to seasonal menu development.
• Deliver high-end guest dining experiences.

Skills

Experience in luxury fine dining

Farm-to-table mindset

Leadership

Food safety and hygiene knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Sous Chef for Luxury Country Hotel and Wellness Retreat

• Salary : £50,000 gross p.a. + benefits
• Location : Dorset, UK
• Start Date : Immediate
• Contract : Permanent | 5 day working week with a rota shift schedule

Oplu is partnering with a luxury country hotel and wellness retreat with an on-site farm to appoint a dynamic Sous Chef. This is a key role supporting the Head Chef in delivering a market-leading, farm-to-table culinary experience within a refined, 5-star environment.

Job Overview

This is a hands‑on position suited to an ambitious chef who thrives in luxury hospitality. You will work with exceptional home‑grown produce, contribute to seasonal menu development and support a tight-knit brigade in delivering high‑end guest dining experiences.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Sous Chef in luxury fine dining, a 5-star hotel or an award-winning restaurant.
• Strong farm-to-table mindset with a passion for provenance, sustainability and seasonal cooking.
• Full driving licence and ability to commute or relocate to Dorset. A relocation package is available.
• Confident leading a brigade and maintaining daily standards of quality, flavour and consistency.
• Deep understanding of food safety, kitchen hygiene and UK hospitality compliance standards.