Sous Chef

Stanley House Hotel & Spa – Mellor, Lancashire

Stanley House Hotel & Spa is an award-winning boutique hotel set in 54 acres of beautiful Ribble Valley countryside. With 30 exceptional bedrooms, high-end dining, weddings, events, and a world-class spa, it’s a unique environment for ambitious culinary talent.

Join Us at an Exciting Time

We’re investing in our culinary offer, with a kitchen refurbishment planned for the new year, and we’ve introduced a new 4-day working week (40 hours per week) for the kitchen brigade, to support balance and attract top talent.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a passionate and hands-on Sous Chef to support the Executive Head Chef in delivering outstanding food across all hotel outlets, including the restaurant, bar & lounge, and events. You’ll be a natural leader, mentoring the team, maintaining high standards, and helping shape menus and culinary concepts.

This role is ideal for someone with proven restaurant experience, a flair for consistency and quality, and a drive to grow in a hotel or events environment.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Executive Head Chef in delivering exceptional food quality and presentation
• Lead, mentor, and inspire the kitchen team
• Assist in kitchen operations, ensuring safety, hygiene, and efficiency
• Help develop menus, new dishes, and seasonal offerings
• Ensure smooth service across all food outlets, including events and banquets

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary + TRONC
• 4-day working week for the kitchen team
• Discounts on stays and Food & Beverage across leaf HOSPITALITY portfolio of hotels
• Learning & professional development opportunities
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced annual and family leave
• £500 service bonus for every 5 years service
• Team Member of the Month/Year awards
• Uniform provided

This hotel is managed by leaf HOSPITALITY who is a hotel management company that has one simple value that underpins everything we do: be excellent. We work with branded and independent hotels. Our vision is to be a leader in the market where every member of our team plays a part in delivering excellent service to our guests, owners, and team members.

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