Senior Sous Chef

If you know the North Norfolk coast, you probably know The Lifeboat. It's one of those places people talk about - full of history, warmth and a loyal mix of locals and long standing visitors. With its established reputation and a kitchen focused on quality, seasonality and consistency, The Lifeboat is an inspiring place to grow your craft.

We're looking for a Sous Chef who can support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen day to day - someone with skill, calmness and the confidence to take charge when needed. You'll help shape the food offering, maintain high standards and support a team proud of what they deliver.

If you're the kind of chef who enjoys being part of a respected coastal property with plenty of opportunity to develop, this could be a great fit.

As Sous Chef, you'll play a key role in the running of the kitchen - supporting the Head Chef, guiding junior members of the team, and ensuring every plate reflects the hospitality The Lifeboat is known for.

You'll:

• Support the Head Chef in menu execution, prep and service
• Run the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence with confidence and composure
• Help deliver a consistent, well executed food offering
• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards
• Be involved in stock management, ordering and waste control
• Train, support and mentor junior chefs
• Work closely with the wider management team to ensure smooth service
• Bring ideas, enthusiasm and reliability to a busy, quality led kitchen

You're a hands on chef with a steady, organised approach and a genuine passion for producing good food. You work well in a team, you stay calm under pressure, and you take pride in delivering a reliable, consistent service.

You'll bring:

• Experience as a Sous Chef or a strong CDP ready to step up
• A solid understanding of prep, service and kitchen operations
• A passion for fresh, seasonal food
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• A focus on standards, organisation and consistency
• A desire to grow within a supportive and quality driven property

Chestnut is a collection of premium properties and inns across East Anglia, each with its own identity. The Lifeboat is one of our most recognisable coastal properties - loved by locals, trusted by visitors and full of opportunity for people who enjoy being part of a tight knit team.

You'll be supported by an experienced leadership team, given room to grow, and part of a business that invests in people, skill development and progression.

• Performance bonus schemes
• Team & individual incentive trips
• 50% discount on food across all Chestnut pubs
• Overnight stays from £75
• Friends & Family discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a Friend bonuses
• High street retail & travel discounts
• Wagestream access
• Accredited training & development pathways

If this feels like the right opportunity for you, apply today - we'd really like to meet you.