Sous Chef

Permanent

Sous Chef – £39,000 – – Live in – Country House Hotel – Near Kidderminster

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at this well established 60+ bedroom hotel set in 23 acres of landscaped grounds near Kidderminster

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in this busy kitchen, working closely with our talented Head Chef delivering high-quality dishes across a varied and dynamic menu.

If you enjoy cooking with fresh ingredients, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are ready to take the next step in your culinary career, we would love to hear from you.

Why apply / What’s in it for you?

• Salary £37,000 – £39,000
• Live in available
• 45 hours per week
• Straight shifts
• Discount on food
• Free parking on site

Key responsibilities

As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef with the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen and help lead the team during service.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting the Head Chef with the overall operation of kitchen services
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards are always met
• Managing stock control, ordering, and reducing waste where possible
• Training, mentoring, and supporting junior members of the kitchen team
• Taking responsibility for the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence

What we’re looking for

This role would suit an experienced Junior Sous Chef ready to step up, or an established Sous Chef who enjoys working in a quality, driven kitchen environment.

The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate strong leadership and organisational skills
• Have a genuine passion for high-quality food and attention to detail
• Banqueting and events experience is essential
• Be able to motivate and support a team during busy services
• Enjoy working across a busy restaurant and bar operation
• Have experience catering for private events and functions
• Show ambition to continually improve standards and develop their career

If you’re ready for your next step as a Sous Chef in Kidderminster, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more.

Job Number INDCHEFS │935713
Location │ Kidderminster
Role │ Sous Chef

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Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.