Sous Chef

Passionate and dedicated Sous Chef required to join our clients expanding kitchen team at a beautiful country house hotel set in the heart of the Suffolk countryside. This is a unique opportunity to take on a leadership role in a kitchen that celebrates seasonal, locally sourced produce — including ingredients grown in their Victorian walled kitchen garden and prepared in their on-site butchery. As sous chef you will be preparing meals for their variety of dining spaces, including a cozy public house, elegant private dining rooms, a spacious terrace, and a bright orangery-style restaurant with an open pass.Whether you're looking to step up in your career or find a long-term home in a creative, supportive environment, this could be your perfect next step.

The Role

• Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen across multiple service areas.
• Help manage food preparation and service in their varied dining spaces
• Ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency across all dishes.
• Contribute to menu innovation and the creation of daily specials.
• Maintain food hygiene, health, and safety standards.
• Motivate and guide junior chefs, helping to develop their skills.

The Person

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up.
• A deep passion for local, sustainable, and seasonal produce.
• Creativity, leadership, and a commitment to culinary excellence.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure in a high-volume kitchen.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to team collaboration.
• A genuine enthusiasm for honest, simple food done well.

Benefits to you

• Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Tips: Fairly distributed based on hours worked.
• Flexibility: Balanced working hours with a mix of daytime prep and evening/weekend service.
• Creative Opportunities: Work alongside the Head Chef to develop menus and specials.
• Benefits: Staff discounts, pension contributions, and employee perks.
• Employee discount
• Career Progression: Join a growing business with real potential to advance.
• A Beautiful Workplace: Work in a restored country house set in idyllic parkland, with access to fresh, homegrown ingredients daily.