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Job Description: Set in a picturesque village on the edge of the Peak District, this countryside hotel and restaurant offers a truly food-led experience, combining contemporary hospitality with a strong connection to local producers and the surrounding landscape. The restaurant delivers modern, seasonal dishes shaped by the best ingredients available from the region, including produce grown on-site and sourced from neighbouring counties. The kitchen also supports a variety of dining experiences, from relaxed lounge service to weddings, private events, afternoon teas and special occasions. We are now looking to strengthen the kitchen brigade with passionate, skilled chefs who take pride in quality, teamwork and consistency. What s on offer Salary up to £36,000 per annum, dependent on experience Service charge/tips paid on top of salary 4-day working week (40 hours) with paid overtime available Uniform and kitchen wear provided Free on-site parking Supportive leadership with ongoing training and career development You ll be working closely with the senior kitchen team to deliver high-quality food across multiple outlets and events. The position suits a chef who enjoys fresh food cookery, thrives in a professional environment and wants to be part of a collaborative, well-organised kitchen. Responsibilities will include: Preparing and cooking dishes to a consistently high standard Supporting service across the restaurant, lounge and events Maintaining excellent food safety and hygiene practices Contributing ideas and creativity to menus where appropriate Working efficiently under pressure while keeping attention to detail Supporting junior team members and working positively as part of the brigade About you Strong all-round cooking ability with fresh ingredients Previous experience at Chef de Partie level or equivalent Background in quality-led kitchens (Rosette experience advantageous but not essential) Professional, reliable and enthusiastic attitude Team-focused with good communication skills Calm and organised during busy services Flexible approach to hospitality and guest needs Additional information Own transport is beneficial due to the rural location Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

Sous Chef / Junior Sous Chef - Destination Dining Boutique Hotel £38,000 + TRONC Live-in on Estate Cook where the landscape shapes the menu. Wake up on the farm, work with ingredients reared and grown metres from the kitchen, and be part of a restaurant with genuine destination ambitions. This is an exceptional opportunity for a Sous Chef or Junior Sous - or a standout Junior Sous / Senior CDP ready to step up - to join a serious, forward-thinking team focused on craft, seasonality and creating a dining experience worth travelling for. Experience in high-end kitchens is essential, with exposure to Michelin Guide or AA Rosette environments highly advantageous. Why this is different A restaurant with clear destination credentials and ambitious goals True estate-led farm-to-fork cooking Hands-on work with nose-to-tail butchery, foraging, fermenting and preservation Traditional craft with modern gastronomic techniques Live and work on a working farm - a genuine lifestyle role Collaborate with a highly respected Head Chef and Executive Chef Package £38,000 + TRONC Live-in accommodation on site (£75pw) Excellent company benefits with a group operator The role Support leadership of a high-performing kitchen Drive standards and consistency across service Contribute to creative, seasonal menu development Mentor and develop junior chefs About you Ambitious, standards-driven and passionate about craft Excited by produce-led cooking and rural living Ready to be part of a kitchen with serious intent If you want your next role to feel like a step into something meaningful - not just another service - this is a rare opportunity.

Role: Sous Chef Location: London Salary / Rate of pay: £35,000 to £38,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with a contemporary central London boutique hotel and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Sous Chef to join their team. What's in it for you? Share of service charge Bonus scheme Company pension Training and development opportunities Package £35,000 to £38,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Why choose our Client? Set in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea in central London, just a few minutes' walk from Hyde Park and Knightsbridge, our client is an elegant townhouse hotel that prides itself on delivering a memorable dining experience that complements their luxurious amenities. The hotel has a bistro-style restaurant which is open to both residents and non-residents alike and is open from breakfast which serves an average of 110 covers per day. The hotel also offers an all-day dining menu featuring a selection of light bites, sandwiches, and sharing platters, and then later, an a la carte menu featuring British and Western Mediterranean dishes, made using locally sourced produce. The hotel also caters for an average of 10-20 afternoon tea covers per day and has meeting and events facilities for up to 60. Please note, live in accommodation is not available with this position; therefore, candidates should only apply if they are able to commute to the central London area on a daily basis. What's involved? Working alongside the Head Chef, you'll play a key role in delivering a high-quality, seasonal menu inspired by Western European and British cuisine. The guests are discerning, international travellers and locals alike, who expect refined, flavoursome dishes in an elegant yet relaxed setting. The Sous Chef will support the Head Chef in all aspects of the kitchen operation from prep to service, as well as managing the kitchen team in their absence, always ensuring the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation at all times. This is an exciting opportunity to put your creativity to work in a well-established, fast-paced kitchen that values attention to detail, consistency, and passion for exceptional food. The successful Sous Chef will have previous hotel experience, a deep understanding of Western European cuisines and cooking techniques, excellent communication, leadership, and management skills, and a thorough knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations. You must also be able to commute to central London daily. Please note, live in accommodation is not available with this position; therefore, candidates should only apply if they are able to commute to the central London area on a daily basis. Sound like the role for you? Then we would love to hear from you! Click Apply Now and one of the team will in touch to discuss this Sous Chef role in London. Don't forget to speak to your consultant about our "Recommend a Friend" referral scheme and find out how you could earn up to £250 per recommendation. Consultant: Tania Varley Job Number: 933508 / INDCHEFS Job Role: Sous Chef Location: London Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Role: Sous Chef Location: Salcombe, Devon Salary / Rate of pay: up to 40,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with a luxurious hotel near Salcombe, situated dramatically on the Devon clifftops and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Sous Chef to join their talented team. What's in it for you? Competitive salary Share of service charge Live in accommodation (subject to availability) Discounted stays for staff, family and friends at any of our UK sites Discounted food Access to an employee benefits and rewards programme Company awards Life insurance Company pension scheme Training and development opportunities Package up to 40,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Why choose our Client? Surrounded by the rolling Devon countryside with stunning views of the coast too, our client is a luxurious 4 star standard boutique hotel, near Salcombe, with a 2 AA Rosette fine dining restaurant. In addition, the hotel has a large outdoor terrace area which opens seasonally and offers a selection of freshly prepared pizzas. Where possible, ingredients are sourced locally in Devon or grown in the hotel's own kitchen garden. The hotel is also able to cater for weddings and private events for up to 120 covers. Staff accommodation is available if required, however, please note that this hotel is situated in a remote location with no public transport links, therefore, this role may be best suited to someone with their own transport. What's involved? As the Senior Sous Chef, you will be working closely with the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen, running the kitchen and managing a kitchen team of 9 in their absence. You will also assist with staff recruitment and training ensuring everyone is working to the same high, consistent standard. You will work with the senior chefs to control stock and food costs to keep wastage to a minimum as well as adhering to a budget. You will ensure that the food areas are set up ready for the day ahead and that the kitchen team is briefed accordingly, ready for service. You will be a team player, able to work under pressure and multi-task to deliver great food, promptly. In addition, you must have a good eye for detail with the ability to cook dishes to a high standard, using fresh ingredients. As an experienced chef, the successful Sous Chef will have previously worked to 3 AA Rosette or Michelin level, preferably. This role would be perfect for someone looking to step up to their first Sous Chef role, as well as someone already at that level. Staff accommodation is available if required, however, please note that this hotel is situated in a remote location with no public transport links therefore, this role may be best suited to someone with their own transport. Sound like the role for you? Then we would love to hear from you! Click Apply Now and one of the team will in touch to discuss this Sous Chef role near Salcombe in Devon. Don't forget to speak to your consultant about our "Recommend a Friend" referral scheme and find out how you could earn up to 250 per recommendation. Consultant: Tania Varley Job Number: (phone number removed) /INDCHEF Job Role: Sous Chef Location: Salcombe, Devon Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.