Sous Chef

Sous Chef

Luxury Country House Hotel Snowdonia National Park North Wales

Up to 44000 Package Including Gratuities
4-Day Working Week Michelin Key Hotel Career Progression

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and ambitious Sous Chef to join one of North Wales most respected luxury country house hotels.

Set within the breathtaking Snowdonia National Park and overlooking the Mawddach Estuary this independently owned boutique hotel combines refined hospitality with a produce-led food offering and an award-winning wine programme. Recently awarded a prestigious Michelin Key the property continues to build a growing reputation as one of Wales leading hospitality destinations.

The kitchen is now seeking a talented Sous Chef to support the senior team as the business continues pushing towards becoming a nationally recognised destination for food lovers.

The Role

Working closely with the Head Chef you will play a key role in maintaining standards developing the brigade and contributing to the continued progression of the food offering.

You will:

• Support the day-to-day leadership of the kitchen
• Deliver refined produce-led dishes to consistently high standards
• Assist with menu development using outstanding local Welsh produce
• Help train mentor and motivate junior chefs
• Maintain excellent organisation cleanliness and consistency throughout service
• Contribute to a positive ambitious kitchen culture

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a chef who enjoys working within a quality-driven environment with genuine ambition and strong team values.

The Ideal Candidate

• Current Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous ready to step up
• Background in quality fresh-food or Rosette-level kitchens
• Passion for seasonal produce and refined modern cooking
• Strong attention to detail and consistency
• Calm organised and team-focused approach
• Genuine ambition to progress within high-level hospitality

The Package

• Up to 44000 package including gratuities
• Approx. 4000 annual tronc currently achieved
• 4-day working week
• Pension scheme
• Tailored training and development programme
• Financial support towards professional qualifications
• Staff meals on duty
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual rewards and referral schemes
• Company events and team away days
• 30% discount across the wider collection
• Friends & family accommodation rates across associated luxury hotels
• Genuine long-term progression opportunities within a growing hospitality group

Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to join a luxury Welsh hotel operation that combines:

• High standards without unnecessary ego
• Outstanding surroundings and lifestyle balance
• Strong investment into staff development
• A genuinely supportive and ambitious team culture

If you are looking for a Sous Chef role where you can continue developing within a respected luxury hotel while enjoying an exceptional quality of life we would love to hear from you.

Required Experience:

IC