Sous Chef

Sous Chef – 4 Star Countryside Hotel

Location: Skelmersdale
Salary: £30,000 – £32,000 + Tips
Hours: 40–45 hours per week | 5 days over 7

Perfect Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at a well-established 4-star countryside hotel in Skelmersdale.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Sous Chef or experienced Chef de Partie looking to step up to join a professional, well-run kitchen environment offering a great work-life balance compared to many hospitality roles.

The hotel operates across restaurant dining, weddings, conferences, corporate events and private functions, delivering fresh, consistent food to a high standard.

The kitchen team prides itself on being supportive, organised and professional, with a genuine no ego culture where teamwork, quality and consistency are key.

The Role:

As Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to support the daily running of the kitchen, including:

• Assisting with the smooth operation of all kitchen services
• Preparing and delivering high-quality dishes across restaurant and event services
• Supporting weddings, conferences, banqueting and private functions
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene, safety and cleanliness standards
• Managing your section confidently and supporting junior team members
• Assisting with stock control, ordering, prep planning and kitchen organisation
• Ensuring consistency and quality throughout every service

The Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for a motivated and reliable chef with:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie
• Experience within a hotel, restaurant, banqueting or fresh food environment
• A passion for producing quality food and maintaining standards
• The ability to work calmly under pressure
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A positive attitude and willingness to be part of a close-knit team

What's On Offer:

• £30,000 – £32,000 salary
• Additional tips/service charge
• 40–45 hour working week
• 5 days over 7 – excellent work-life balance
• Free meals whilst on shift
• Hotel, food and drink discounts across the group
• Training and career development opportunities
• Stable position within a successful 4-star hotel

This is an excellent opportunity for a Sous Chef looking for a long-term role within a supportive hotel kitchen, or a Senior Chef de Partie ready to take the next step in their career.

Apply today with your CV or contact Dave Hayes at Perfect Recruitment for more information.

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