Sous Chef

Sous Chef Hotel

Bracknell Berkshire

40000 Base Paid Overtime
40-Hour Contract Live-In Available

About the Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Sous Chef to join a well-established family-run country hotel set within the Berkshire countryside.

This is a key position within a busy well-structured kitchen supporting a 70-cover restaurant alongside a strong weddings and events business including private dining pods and seasonal outdoor dining.

The role offers the rare combination of Sous Chef responsibility with a realistic 40-hour contract and paid overtime making it a genuinely balanced and sustainable position.

The Role

Working closely with the Head Chef you will play a central role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen helping to maintain standards while supporting a small collaborative brigade.

You will:

• Support the Head Chef in running daily kitchen operations
• Lead service confidently and step up in the Head Chefs absence
• Oversee prep organisation and consistency across all sections
• Support both restaurant and banqueting service delivery
• Assist with menu development seasonal changes and event menus
• Manage stock control ordering and kitchen organisation
• Train and mentor junior chefs within the team

This is a hands-on role ideal for a Sous Chef who enjoys being on the tools while leading from the front.

The Kitchen

• 70-cover restaurant plus weddings and events
• Private dining pods and outdoor seasonal service
• Fresh seasonal food with flexibility and input encouraged
• Family-run supportive environment
• Strong focus on consistency organisation and guest experience

Shifts

• 40-hour contract
• Mix of early mid and late shifts:
  • Early: 6:45am 3:00pm
  • Mid: 12:00pm 9:00pm
  • Late: 2:00pm 10:00pm
• Paid overtime for any additional hours
• Flexibility required during peak periods and events

The Ideal Candidate

• Current Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous ready to step up
• Experience within hotel or fresh-food kitchen environments
• Confident leading service and supporting a brigade
• Organised reliable and calm under pressure
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations and food safety
• Positive attitude and team-focused approach

The Package

• 40000 base salary
• Paid overtime at hourly rate (19.23 per hour)
• 28 days holiday (increasing with service)
• Staff discounts across the hotel
• Training and development opportunities
• Employer pension
• Uniform provided
• Free on-site parking

Live-In Accommodation Available:
Private bedroom within shared off-site cottage accommodation including utilities and Wi-Fi (low weekly cost)

Why This Role

This is a standout Sous Chef opportunity offering:

• Strong salary at 40 hours
• Paid overtime (rare at this level)
• Live-in accommodation
• A supportive family-run environment
• Genuine worklife balance

If youre looking for a Sous Chef role that combines responsibility stability and a more sustainable way of working this is an excellent opportunity.