Location: Lake District
Position: Sous Chef
Duration: Ongoing work
We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at a beautiful restaurant inn in the Lake District. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and reliable chef looking for ongoing work in a stunning location.
Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen
Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to a high standard
Leading and supporting the kitchen team during service
Ensuring your section runs efficiently and effectively
Maintaining high food hygiene, health & safety and kitchen standards
Managing stock levels, deliveries and food rotation
Taking responsibility for the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence
Training and mentoring junior members of the team
What we’re looking for:
Previous experience as a Sous Chef is essential, along with strong leadership skills, a passion for quality food and the ability to remain calm and organised in a busy kitchen.
Mint People: Flexible Hospitality Staffing That Just Works.
At Mint People, we provide fully trained, highly presentable, and dependable staff to the hospitality, leisure, and events industries. Whether it’s one bartender for a last-minute shift or 150 staff for a stadium event, we’re trusted by some of the UK’s best hotels, venues, and operators to deliver quality people – fast.
With over 10 years’ experience, we’ve become known as one of the most reliable and forward-thinking staffing partners in the North – and beyond. From front-of-house professionals to kitchen porters, housekeepers to event managers, our people are trained in-house through our 5-star onboarding and briefing programme to ensure they’re ready to hit the ground running.
Our clients come back year after year because we understand how unpredictable hospitality can be – and we’re built to flex with it. We’re proud to work with national hotel groups, global event brands, leading caterers and independent operators, offering:
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If you need staffing support that’s consistent, stress-free and built around you – you’re in the right place.
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