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Gilpin Hotel & Lake House
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

Senior Sous Chef

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At Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, we proudly offer two distinct luxury establishments situated on separate estates, yet operated seamlessly as one cohesive team. Whether you opt for the laid-back ambiance of Gilpin Hotel or the distinct combination of hotel and country house at Gilpin Lake House, your experience with us is designed to be effortlessly harmonious. 

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House are part of the prestigious Pride of Britain Hotels and we are proud to be one of the 580 members of Relais & Châteaux, an association of worldwide independent hotel and restaurant owners.


Join the rhythm of our Michelin-recommended pan-Asian kitchen at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House.

 

Set within the five‑star Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, Gilpin Spice is a 2‑AA‑Rosette, Michelin- recommended open‑plan restaurant serving pan‑Asian dishes with flair, fire, and finesse. It’s fast-paced, full of personality, and loved by guests for its immersive, relaxed luxury. We’re now looking for an exceptional Senior Sous Chef to lead this exciting restaurant into its next chapter.

 

👨‍🍳 The Role of Senior Sous Chef:

As Senior Sous Chef, you’ll be the right hand to our Head Chef — a driving force in the kitchen, a mentor to the team, and a guardian of standards. You’ll lead services, develop dishes, and ensure every plate that leaves the pass is exceptional.

 

🌶️ What You’ll Be Doing as a Senior Sous Chef:

  • Leads and inspires the talented Gilpin Spice kitchen brigade.

  • Supports development of innovative, flavour‑driven menus rooted in Asian cuisines.

  • Takes ownership of daily kitchen operations, stock, GP, and compliance.

  • Supports training, development, and mentoring of chefs at all levels.

  • Collaborates with the Head Chef and senior leadership on strategy, guest experience, and brand evolution.

  • Delivers high‑energy services in our open kitchen, engaging with guests and showcasing the theatre of Spice 

  • Upholds Gilpin’s values of warmth, excellence, and genuine hospitality.


🌟 What We’re Looking For:

  • An experienced Senior CDP ready to step up or a ready-made Sous in a high‑quality, fast‑paced kitchen.

  • A genuine love of Asian flavours and open‑kitchen cooking. 

  • Strong leadership skills and a collaborative mindset.

  • A passion for delivering exceptional food with consistency and flair, whilst enhancing the guest experience at every opportunity.

  • Someone who values people, culture, and team development.

  • Someone who will lead the kitchen with an unwavering commitment to food safety, legislative compliance, and the highest operational standards.


🎁 What We Offer:

  • The chance to be part of a team who excel at teamwork.

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.

  • Meals on shift, uniform, generous gratuities.

  • The pride of contributing to a property recognised with 5 AA Red Stars, and two Michelin Keys.

  • The prestige of working within two of the world’s most respected hospitality networks: Relais & Châteaux and Pride of Britain Hotels.

 

If you’re ready to bring your talent, imagination, and leadership to one of the region’s most exciting restaurants, we’d love to hear from you.

Location: Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, Windermere
Position: Full-Time hours available | Competitive Salary | Flexible start

Salary: from £37,500

Gratuities are allocated on a points basis, depending on development tiers. Although variable, average levels are projected as being from £643 per month.