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GMP Recruitment are delighted to partner with a beautiful 4-star boutique hotel and 2-rosette restaurant set high above the Stroud Valley. With 18 individually designed bedrooms, a private lodge, and breathtaking countryside views, this is a property with genuine character and ambition.

My client now seeking a creative, driven Sous Chef who wants to play a key role in shaping a destination restaurant rooted in seasonality, sustainability, and a strong sense of place. If you’re excited by ingredient-led cooking, local provenance, and the chance to influence a growing culinary identity, this role offers real scope to make your mark.

This postion is working 5/7 Days, paying £36,000-£40,000 + Service Charge (approx £4K+)

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Head Chef in delivering a distinctive, values-led food offering that champions creativity and local produce.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local suppliers, growers, and producers, reinforcing our farm-to-fork ethos.
• Contribute to marketing and storytelling, including social content around ingredients, kitchen garden harvests, and seasonal dishes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the kitchen team - confidently stepping up during the Head Chef’s absence.
• Oversee rotas, training, hygiene standards, allergen control, and stock management.
• Assist in designing new dishes, menus, and culinary events that attract both local diners and destination guests.
• Take ownership of specific offerings, including our relaxed “Back Patio” dining experience.
• Run all kitchen sections and lead service with confidence and calm.
• Participate in Head of Department meetings and contribute to the wider business vision.

About You

• Passionate about creative, ingredient-led cooking, with a genuine interest in kitchen gardens, sustainability, and local sourcing.
• Experience in 2-rosette or higher establishments is ideal, but strong candidates from high-quality independents will also be considered.
• Proven ability to maintain exceptional standards of hygiene, organisation, and stock control.
• Comfortable working across multiple styles - from refined dining to relaxed fire-grill menus.
• A natural leader with excellent communication skills and a talent for developing others.
• Calm under pressure, with a commitment to excellence and consistency.
• Previous Sous Chef experience is desirable, though ambitious Junior Sous or strong Chef de Partie candidates are encouraged to apply.

Why Join?

• £36,000–£40,000 salary (depending on experience)
• Company pension
• Free meals on duty
• Employee discounts
• Free on-site parking
• Work with hyper-local produce, kitchen gardens, and sustainable suppliers
• A supportive, creative environment where your ideas genuinely matter
• The chance to help shape a destination dining venue in one of the UK’s most beautiful regions

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If the above role sounds perfect for you, or you require more information, please click apply

GMP Recruitment Agency Ltd are recruiting for this role on behalf of their client and are acting as an Employment Agency.