Sous Chef – Countryside Hotel
Newton Aycliffe, Durham
£35,000 Salary
Full-time Perfect Recruitment are working with a well-established countryside hotel in the Durham area, currently looking for a strong Sous Chef to join their kitchen team.
This is a high-volume operation covering restaurant service, functions, events, and hotel dining, so you’ll need to be confident working across multiple areas while maintaining calm, consistent delivery. The role:
You’ll work closely with the Executive Chef, taking a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. You’ll help lead the team, support junior chefs, maintain standards, and ensure consistent quality across all sections. What we’re looking for:
• Strong fresh food background
• Experience in hotel, restaurant, or banqueting kitchens
• Confident leading a team during service
• Calm, organised, and hands-on approach
• Strong focus on food quality, consistency, and standards
• Good understanding of food safety, allergens, and compliance
• Natural leader who supports and develops junior chefs
• Motivated by being part of a kitchen that is developing and progressing What’s on offer:
• £35,000 salary
• Bonus and incentive schemes
• Company discounts across hotels, food, drink & leisure
• Ongoing training and development
• Genuine progression opportunities
• Chance to work closely with a new Executive Chef and help build a strong, long-term kitchen team Please note:
• No live-in accommodation available
• Rural location – own transport or reliable commute is essential If you’re an ambitious Sous Chef looking for a stable role where you can lead, develop your team, and be part of a kitchen that’s moving forward, this is a great opportunity.
To apply, please submit your CV via Indeed. Or get in touch with our consultant Dave Hayes – Show email
By applying, you consent to the use of your personal data in accordance with GDPR and agree for Perfect Recruitment to retain your information for recruitment purposes under the Employment Agencies Act 1973.
Newton Aycliffe, Durham
£35,000 Salary
Full-time Perfect Recruitment are working with a well-established countryside hotel in the Durham area, currently looking for a strong Sous Chef to join their kitchen team.
This is a high-volume operation covering restaurant service, functions, events, and hotel dining, so you’ll need to be confident working across multiple areas while maintaining calm, consistent delivery. The role:
You’ll work closely with the Executive Chef, taking a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. You’ll help lead the team, support junior chefs, maintain standards, and ensure consistent quality across all sections. What we’re looking for:
• Strong fresh food background
• Experience in hotel, restaurant, or banqueting kitchens
• Confident leading a team during service
• Calm, organised, and hands-on approach
• Strong focus on food quality, consistency, and standards
• Good understanding of food safety, allergens, and compliance
• Natural leader who supports and develops junior chefs
• Motivated by being part of a kitchen that is developing and progressing What’s on offer:
• £35,000 salary
• Bonus and incentive schemes
• Company discounts across hotels, food, drink & leisure
• Ongoing training and development
• Genuine progression opportunities
• Chance to work closely with a new Executive Chef and help build a strong, long-term kitchen team Please note:
• No live-in accommodation available
• Rural location – own transport or reliable commute is essential If you’re an ambitious Sous Chef looking for a stable role where you can lead, develop your team, and be part of a kitchen that’s moving forward, this is a great opportunity.
To apply, please submit your CV via Indeed. Or get in touch with our consultant Dave Hayes – Show email
By applying, you consent to the use of your personal data in accordance with GDPR and agree for Perfect Recruitment to retain your information for recruitment purposes under the Employment Agencies Act 1973.
Vacancy posted 22 days ago
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