Sous Chef – Quintessential British Country Hotel – Gloucestershire – Live In

Taste Hospitality Recruitment Limited; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality recruitment agency is seeking a Sous Chef for a charming hotel in the Cotswolds. Candidates will thrive in a busy environment and be passionate about creating traditional British dishes. The role offers live-in accommodation, competitive salary, and the chance to work in a beautiful location. Ideal for someone looking to lead and inspire within a professional kitchen while celebrating local ingredients.

Benefits

Live in accommodation – Free of Charge

Competitive salary plus tronc

Paid overtime

Free on-site parking

Working in a beautiful location

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen as a Sous Chef.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Passionate about British cuisine and local ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Executive Chef and the kitchen brigade.
• Ensure high standards of food preparation and presentation.
• Manage kitchen sections as needed and maintain organization.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Passion for cooking

Job description

Overview

Step into the heart of the Cotswolds and bring your skills to a hotel that captures everything we love about the Great British countryside.

With honey-stone walls, open fires, and the rolling hills on the doorstep, this is a kitchen — and a property — with real soul.

The food is proudly British, rooted in tradition but never afraid to add a little modern finesse. Expect seasonal menus championing the best local farms, game, and artisan producers, turning simple, honest ingredients into dishes that tell the story of the region.

This is an opportunity tailor-made for a Sous Chef who loves the warmth of traditional hospitality, thrives in a busy kitchen, and takes pride in serving food that makes guests feel both comforted and inspired.

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.

Benefits

• Live in accommodation – Free of Charge
• Competitive salary plus tronc
• Paid overtime
• Free on-site parking
• Working in a beautiful location

Responsibilities

• Leadership from a talented Executive Chef within a professional kitchen
• Be working across all sections as required and as Sous Chef your role will be to liaise closely with the Executive Chef and provide a link to the other chefs in the brigade, ensuring everyone is working to an exceptional standard at all times
• Be expected to have good organisation skills and a real passion for your work
• Working within an experienced and very busy brigade

If your dream role involves cooking with heart, celebrating British classics, and working in one of the country’s most picturesque locations, then this is it.

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