Sous Chef

Chestnut Group

King's Lynn40,000 OTEFull time

Sous Chef — Titchwell Manor, North Norfolk

£40,000 OTE | Full Time

Overlooking the North Norfolk coastline, Titchwell Manor’s three‑AA‑rosette kitchen is built on fresh produce, seasonality and steady, well‑executed cooking. It’s a great place for a Sous Chef who wants to continue developing in a supportive, quality‑led coastal property.


What the Role’s All About...

As Sous Chef, you’ll help run the kitchen — supporting the Head Chef, guiding junior chefs and ensuring each dish reflects the care and consistency Titchwell Manor is known for.

You’ll:

• Support the Head Chef with prep, service and menu execution

• Run the kitchen confidently in the Head Chef’s absence

• Help deliver consistent, high‑quality dishes with a focus on seasonality

• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards

• Assist with stock management, ordering and waste control

• Mentor, support and train junior members of the team

• Ensure smooth communication with front‑of‑house and hotel management

• Bring ideas, initiative and steady leadership to a busy kitchen


About You...

You’re a capable, organised and ambitious chef who brings calm leadership and pride to everything you do. You stay composed during service, work well within a team, and care deeply about producing well‑crafted food.

You’ll bring:

• Experience as a Sous Chef or strong CDP ready to step up

• A passion for seasonal, well‑executed dishes

• Confidence in managing a section and supporting the wider team

• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and standards

• A reliable, steady approach to busy services

• A desire to grow within a respected, quality‑driven property


Why Join Titchwell Manor?

Titchwell Manor is known for thoughtful service, beautiful coastal surroundings and food that consistently reflects its three‑rosette standard. You’ll be joining a skilled, supportive team in a property that values high standards and continual development.

It’s the ideal role for a chef looking to grow in a premium North Norfolk setting.


Benefits & Perks

• 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


Ready to take your next step in a three‑rosette coastal kitchen?

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


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