Sous Chef

Accommodation:
Accommodation is available

Start Date:

March 2026

The Manor Arms Inn is seeking a skilled, ambitious, and passionate Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and help drive our two‑rosette operation forward.

Nestled in the charming village of Abberley, The Manor Arms Inn is a destination food‑led pub with rooms. Our kitchen focuses on fresh, modern cooking with everything made in‑house, blending refined technique with approachable, seasonal menus.

The venue has undergone significant refurbishment across the restaurant, bar, bedrooms, and grounds, and continues to build its reputation as one of the area’s strongest dining destinations.

The Manor Arms is currently
being offered for sale
, which we see as a positive and exciting opportunity for the future of the business. This presents the chance to be part of a well‑established, award‑winning site at a key stage of its journey, with strong potential for continued investment, development, and long‑term career progression for the right individual.

As Sous Chef, you will play a key leadership role within the kitchen

Your responsibilities will include:

• Culinary leadership:Supporting the Head Chef in maintaining two‑rosette standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Menu development:Contributing ideas and creativity to seasonal menu development, specials, and event menus.
• Team management:Training, mentoring, and motivating junior chefs, helping to build a positive, professional kitchen culture.
• Kitchen operations:Supporting stock control, ordering, GP management, and kitchen organisation.
• Health & safety:Maintaining excellent food hygiene, health, and safety standards at all times.
• Service & events:Assisting in delivering smooth, high‑quality service, including weddings and private events.

• Salary package up to £44,500 per year
• Approx. £7,000 tronc based on 2025 averages
• Two AA Rosette kitchen
  led by an experienced Head Chef.
• Career development opportunities
  within a food‑focused, ambitious business.
• Staff discounts
  across the group.
• A stable, established operation
  entering an exciting new phase with the Manor being marketed for sale.
• Potential of live in accommodation

If you are an experienced chef looking for a Sous Chef role where you can genuinely influence food, standards, and team development within a respected two‑rosette kitchen, we would love to hear from you.

Based on January-December 2025 average tronc figures. Tips are derived from a discretionary service charge and are not guaranteed.