Sous Chef in Guiting Power, England at Cotswold Farm Park

Location: Cotswold Farm Park
Reports to: Food Operations Manager
Contract: Full Time

About the Role

Cotswold Farm Park is developing its Food & Beverage offer into a must-visit dining destination in the heart of the Cotswolds. With a 180-seat restaurant, extensive outdoor dining, and multiple outlets across the park, we are looking for a skilled and passionate Junior Sous Chef to help deliver high-quality, fresh food in a fast-paced visitor attraction environment.

This is a hands-on role suited to a chef who thrives under pressure, takes pride in consistency, and enjoys working with seasonal, family-friendly menus using locally inspired produce.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Service

• Take ownership of a designated kitchen section and manage it confidently during service.

• Prepare and cook dishes to specification, ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation standards are maintained.

• Support delivery of high-volume service during peak periods, school holidays, and special events.

• Assist with menu execution across restaurant and park outlets where required.

Stock & Kitchen Management

• Monitor stock levels within your section and communicate requirements to senior chefs.

• Ensure correct stock rotation (FIFO) and minimise waste.

• Assist with deliveries and maintain organised, clean storage areas.

Food Safety & Compliance

• Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards in line with FSMS procedures.

• Ensure your section meets daily cleaning and closing requirements.

• Work in accordance with all allergen and food safety legislation.

Team Support

• Work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service.

• Support Commis Chefs and Kitchen Assistants with guidance and training where appropriate.

• Maintain a positive, professional attitude during busy trading periods.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis ready to step up.

• Experience in high-volume or fast-paced hospitality environments.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• A calm, resilient approach during peak service.

• Passion for quality food and countryside-inspired dining.

Why Join Cotswold Farm Park?

• Be part of a growing F&B destination within a well-loved rural attraction.

• Work in a unique countryside setting.

• Opportunity to contribute to evolving menus and seasonal events.

• Very few late evenings.

• Worklife balance and flexible shift pattern.

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