Sous Chef
| Posting date: | 14 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,000 to £45,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Temporary accommodation Further Development & Progression Opportunities |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 February 2026 |
| Location: | Bolton, North West, BB8 |
| Company: | Perfect Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 58910201 |
Summary
Sous Chef
Bolton
Full-time
From £35,000 DOE
Large Hotel | Conference, Banqueting & Multi-Outlet F&B
We are recruiting an experienced Sous Chef for a large, well-established hotel operation in the Bolton area. This is a high-volume kitchen environment with significant conference and banqueting, alongside multiple food and beverage outlets.
This role is ideal for a Sous Chef who enjoys working at scale within a structured operation and is comfortable supporting large services and events.
The Role
As Sous Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, supporting senior leadership while ensuring consistent standards across all areas of the operation.
Key responsibilities include:
• Supporting the Head Chef and senior kitchen team with daily kitchen operations
• Assisting in the delivery of high-volume conference, banqueting and outlet services
• Supervising kitchen sections and supporting junior chefs during service
• Maintaining food quality, presentation and consistency at all times
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards are met
• Supporting stock control, ordering and waste management
• Contributing to a positive, professional and well-organised kitchen environment
The Ideal Candidate
• Proven experience as a Sous Chef, ideally within a hotel or large-scale operation
• Background in conference & banqueting or high-volume service preferred
• Strong organisational skills with a calm, hands-on approach during service
• Confident leading and supporting teams in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible, reliable and committed to maintaining high standards
What’s On Offer
• Salary from £35,000, depending on experience
• Temporary accommodation available if relocating
• Large-scale, well-supported operation with established systems
• Opportunities for progression and long-term development
This role would suit a Sous Chef looking for stability, structure and the chance to work within a busy, professional hotel kitchen.
Apply now or get in touch with our consultant Dave Hayes. If your experience aligns with our client’s requirements, he will be in touch.
By applying, you consent to the use of your personal data in accordance with GDPR and agree for Perfect Recruitment to retain your information for recruitment purposes, as per the Employment Agencies Act 1973.
Bolton
Full-time
From £35,000 DOE
Large Hotel | Conference, Banqueting & Multi-Outlet F&B
We are recruiting an experienced Sous Chef for a large, well-established hotel operation in the Bolton area. This is a high-volume kitchen environment with significant conference and banqueting, alongside multiple food and beverage outlets.
This role is ideal for a Sous Chef who enjoys working at scale within a structured operation and is comfortable supporting large services and events.
The Role
As Sous Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, supporting senior leadership while ensuring consistent standards across all areas of the operation.
Key responsibilities include:
• Supporting the Head Chef and senior kitchen team with daily kitchen operations
• Assisting in the delivery of high-volume conference, banqueting and outlet services
• Supervising kitchen sections and supporting junior chefs during service
• Maintaining food quality, presentation and consistency at all times
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards are met
• Supporting stock control, ordering and waste management
• Contributing to a positive, professional and well-organised kitchen environment
The Ideal Candidate
• Proven experience as a Sous Chef, ideally within a hotel or large-scale operation
• Background in conference & banqueting or high-volume service preferred
• Strong organisational skills with a calm, hands-on approach during service
• Confident leading and supporting teams in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible, reliable and committed to maintaining high standards
What’s On Offer
• Salary from £35,000, depending on experience
• Temporary accommodation available if relocating
• Large-scale, well-supported operation with established systems
• Opportunities for progression and long-term development
This role would suit a Sous Chef looking for stability, structure and the chance to work within a busy, professional hotel kitchen.
Apply now or get in touch with our consultant Dave Hayes. If your experience aligns with our client’s requirements, he will be in touch.
By applying, you consent to the use of your personal data in accordance with GDPR and agree for Perfect Recruitment to retain your information for recruitment purposes, as per the Employment Agencies Act 1973.