Sous Chef

Platinum Recruitment · UK wide

Sous Chef at Platinum Recruitment, across the UK, paying £48,946 - £50,000 per annum. This is a temporary role.

Salary
£48,946 - £50,000 per annum
Location
UK wide
Contract
Temporary
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
27 Sep 2026
Sector
Chef

About 16% above the going rate for chef

Reference https://platinum-hospitality.co.uk/job/sous-chef-6/

About the role

Sous Chef
Location: Cumbria
Salary: £50,000 + Tips + Live-in Accommodation

Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with a prestigious luxury hotel in Cumbria, looking to recruit an ambitious Sous Chef to join their talented kitchen brigade. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside an experienced Head Chef, producing refined dishes using outstanding seasonal produce in an exceptional countryside setting.

What’s in it for you?

  • Share of tips

  • Relocation support

  • Ongoing training and career development

  • Employee discounts

  • Excellent opportunities for career progression

Why choose our client?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a renowned luxury hospitality business where exceptional produce, creativity and attention to detail are at the heart of everything they do.

You’ll be joining a talented and passionate kitchen brigade within a beautiful Cumbrian setting, working alongside an experienced senior team and helping deliver consistently high-quality dining experiences. This is an excellent role for a Sous Chef looking to develop their skills and progress their career within a prestigious hospitality environment.

What’s involved?

  • Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen

  • Leading and motivating the brigade during service

  • Preparing and delivering dishes to an exceptional standard

  • Assisting with the development and execution of seasonal menus

  • Training, mentoring and supporting junior members of the brigade

  • Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and health & safety

  • Managing stock control and minimising waste

  • Ensuring consistency and excellence throughout every service

  • Supporting the kitchen team in maintaining a smooth and efficient operation

Sound like the role for you?

We’re looking for a Sous Chef who has:

  • Experience working within a high-end hotel, restaurant or quality-driven kitchen

  • A genuine passion for exceptional food and seasonal produce

  • Strong leadership and organisational skills

  • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to thrive under pressure

  • A positive attitude with a desire to continue learning and developing

  • Ambition to progress within a prestigious luxury kitchen

  • The ability to lead and inspire a team while maintaining high standards

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a prestigious luxury hospitality business in Cumbria, we’d love to hear from you.

Consultant: George Turl
Job Number: 48946

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

Reference: https://platinum-hospitality.co.uk/job/sous-chef-6/ · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 27 Sep 2026 · Listed via Platinum Recruitment

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