Sous Chef | Coastal Boutique Hotel | Cornwall

Salary: 35,000 + Excellent Benefits

This is an exciting time to join one of Cornwall's most established coastal hotels.

Set on the cliffs of the Lizard Peninsula with uninterrupted Atlantic views, this independent 48-bedroom boutique hotel is entering a new chapter. A major investment is transforming the property, with a brand-new spa, function suite, additional guest bedrooms, and beautifully designed public spaces all currently under development.

At the heart of the project sits a newly built kitchen, creating the perfect environment for an ambitious Sous Chef who wants to be part of something evolving rather than simply maintaining the status quo.

Working alongside an experienced Head Chef, you will help shape an elevated food offering centred around Mediterranean influences, exceptional Cornish produce, and relaxed yet refined dining. From breakfast through to à la carte service, weddings and private events, no two days are the same.

This is more than another Sous Chef role. It is an opportunity to join during a period of investment and growth, helping establish the next chapter of a well-known destination hotel.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Head Chef, you will play a key part in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, leading from the front and ensuring every service is delivered to a consistently high standard.

You will support menu development, mentor the brigade, oversee food quality and standards, and take full responsibility for the kitchen whenever the Head Chef is away.

What You Will Be Doing

• Support the Head Chef in leading and developing the kitchen team.
• Deliver consistently high standards across breakfast, lunch, dinner, weddings and events.
• Help create seasonal menus inspired by Mediterranean flavours and the best local Cornish ingredients.
• Train, mentor and develop junior chefs to build a strong and motivated brigade.
• Manage ordering, stock control, stock rotation and monthly stock takes.
• Assist with rotas while keeping labour costs within budget.
• Monitor food costs, minimise waste and maximise profitability.
• Ensure excellent food safety, HACCP and hygiene standards are maintained at all times.
• Build positive working relationships with every department across the hotel.
• Take full responsibility for the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready to step up.
• Experience working in quality hotel or restaurant kitchens.
• A genuine passion for producing fresh, seasonal food.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop others.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.
• A hands-on approach with high standards and attention to detail.

Why This Opportunity?

• Join during a major investment and exciting new chapter.
• Work in a newly designed, purpose-built kitchen.
• Be part of an independent coastal hotel with an ambitious future.
• Stunning clifftop location overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
• Diverse operation including restaurant dining, weddings, private events and leisure guests.
• Work alongside a supportive Head Chef with opportunities to develop your career.

If you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact while enjoying one of the UK's most spectacular coastal locations, we would love to hear from you.