Senior Sous Chef

Warwick Source: WhatJobs
£40,000 per annum

Ardencote Manor | Hiddenwell Luxury Wellness Retreat

Full Time | Permanent

Salary: £40,000 per annum

Estimated Start Date: 16 November 2026

We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team

What You'll Do

  • Delivering great food, helping ensure every dish leaving the kitchen meets our high standards for quality, presentation and consistency
  • Leading the team, supporting, training, supervising and motivating the kitchen team, creating a positive and professional working environment and leading by example
  • Keeping the kitchen running smoothly, delegating duties effectively, help managing rotas and staffing levels, and making sure the kitchen is prepared to meet the needs of the business
  • Managing stock & suppliers, supporting ordering and stock control, liaising with suppliers, maintaining competitive pricing and ensure all deliveries meet the standards we expect
  • Communicating across the business, maintaining excellent communication with the Head Chef, Restaurant Manager and senior team through daily briefs, meetings and effective day-to-day communication
  • Maintaining high standards, ensuring food hygiene, uniform, quality control, health and safety and COSHH requirements are consistently followed by the whole kitchen team
  • Taking ownership, when the Head Chef is away, confidently deal with any guest complaints or operational issues that may arise

What You'll Do

  • Excellent kitchen leadership and organisational skills
  • Must have a passion for producing consistently high-quality food
  • Must have excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards
  • Must have good communication skills and a positive, professional approach
  • Must have the confidence managing stock, deliveries and kitchen operations
  • Must have the ability to remain calm and organised during busy services
  • Must have a hands‑on approach – you’re happy to lead from the front and support wherever needed

Additional Information

  • 45 hours per week - Full-Time permanent position
  • Working 5 days out of 7 per week (including weekends and bank holidays, you will need to be flexible to the business needs)
  • Salary: £40,000 per annum
  • Shift Patterns: 7:00am-3:00pm 10:00am-6:00pm 3:00pm-11:00pm
  • Right to work in the UK required as time of application (visa sponsorship is not available)

Why Join Hiddenwell?

  • Complimentary spa day on your work anniversary
  • Free use of leisure and spa facilities
  • 30% off stays and spa days
  • Discounts on food, drink and retail
  • Pension scheme
  • Free parking
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Perkbox benefits and Online GP
  • Refer-a-Friend bonus
  • Excellent training and career development
  • A supportive team where you can grow

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Skills

  • Fast-Paced Experience
  • communication

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