Chef Work, Jobs in Stanhope, Dur (with Salaries)

Chef
Raby Estates —Middleton in Teesdale
- £32,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- English
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
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Sous Chef
Fat Hippo Restaurants Ltd. —Durham
- From £33,056.25 a year
- Overtime
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Sous Chef
The Crown and Crossed Swords —Consett
- £24,900 - £31,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- In-person
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Chef
The Black Bull Pub —Wolsingham
- From £12 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Free parking
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Line Chef
The Old Mill - Key Inns Ltd —Durham
- From £27,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- In-person
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Chef
The Black Bull —Bishop Auckland
- £12.21 - £15.00 an hour
- Serving
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
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Line Chef
Fat Hippo Restaurants Ltd. —Durham
- £12.90 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Cooking
- In-person
- Leadership
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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13d
Second chef / Kitchen Assistant
Duke Of York —Crook
- £12.71 - £14.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- In-person
- Kitchen experience
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Sous Chef
Hadrians Hotel —Acomb
- £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Serving
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Chef
HC-One - Greenways Court —Consett
- £14.55 - £15.15 an hour
- Cooking
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Second Chef
The Moss Inn —Bishop Auckland
- £14.50 - £16.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Employee discount
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Chef
The Moss Inn —Bishop Auckland
- From £14.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Restaurant experience
- Employee discount
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13d
Chef – Tango Durham
Tango Durham —Durham
- From £14.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Chef
Flaming Grill - BRA_103 —Gateshead
- Part-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Head Chef
Rio Brazilian Steakhouse —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £60,000 - £70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- In-person
- Restaurant experience
- Employee discount
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Breakfast Chef
The Morritt Hotel & Garage Spa —Barnard Castle
- Up to £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Sous Chef
Elior UK —Barnard Castle
- £18 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Kitchen experience
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Chef
The Loft Steakhouse & Grill —Darlington
- From £15 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- In-person
- Restaurant
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Chef De Partie
ESS Compass —Warcop
- £14.08 an hour
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Supervising experience
Sous Chef
Kip and Nook —Darlington
- £16 - £18 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
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Chef

Raby Estates -
Middleton in Teesdale

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£32,000 a year
12 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Employee discount
Life insurance
On-site parking

Qualifications

Hospitality
Cooking
English
HACCP
Food Hygiene Certificate
Food safety
Kitchen experience
Time management

Full job description

Job Title:Chef

Reports to:Estate Chef, Lead Chef

Department:Leisure and Tourism

Location:High Force Hotel

Hours:Full Time - Permanent

Rate of Pay:£32,000 per annum

Job Ref:VA240-2026

About Raby

Raby is thriving, family-run estate under the stewardship of the Vane family, with a rich heritage and a forward-looking vision. Steeped in history, Raby Castle is surrounded by over 200 acres of beautiful parkland in County Durham, Raby has been home to generations of the Vane family and remains a vibrant destination offering tourism, hospitality, and events throughout the year.

In addition to Raby Castle and its grounds, the estate also includes High Force Waterfall, one of Englands most spectacular natural attractions, and the High Force Hotel, which offers accommodation and dining in the heart of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The estate comprises extensive landholdings across County Durham and Shropshire, with a focus on sustainable land management and stewardship of the countryside.

About the Role

The Chef plays a key operational role in delivering high-quality food across all services at High Force Hotel. This position combines strong day-to-day production responsibilities with specific ownership of important service periods, ensuring consistency, standards, and guest satisfaction.

The role contributes directly to the kitchens strategic objective of maintaining excellent food service standards while supporting a structured, compliant, and professional kitchen environment.

Our Kitchen Vision

High Force Hotel delivers traditional English cuisine in a distinctive heritage setting within Raby Estates. The kitchen culture prioritises:

Well-executed classic dishes
Consistency and presentation standards
Strong hygiene and food safety discipline
Guest-focused flexibility, including dietary and allergen requirements
A supportive team culture that encourages development

This role is an important part of delivering that vision consistently.

Service Ownership Breakfast & Sunday Lunch

This role includes defined responsibility for two key service areas:

Breakfast Service: Ensuring efficient preparation, timely service, and consistent standards
Sunday Lunch: Delivering one of the hotels most popular and established services, maintaining the existing concept, quality, and reputation

Level of Responsibility

The Chef is responsible for:

Delivering food standards during their shift
Managing their section effectively
Supporting compliance and safe working practices
Leading assigned service periods (breakfast and Sunday lunch)

Team supervision and overall kitchen control remain with the Sous Chef and Lead Chef.

Skills Required:

Experience working in a professional kitchen environment
Good understanding of food hygiene and HACCP principles
Knowledge of allergen procedures and dietary requirements
Ability to manage a service section independently
Strong organisation and time management skills
Experience in traditional English cuisine is desirable

Qualifications:

Food safety certificate in Food Hygiene (Preferred)

Knowledge/Experience:

Experience working in a professional kitchen environment

Other:

Behavioural Expectations

The Chef is expected to demonstrate:

Reliability and a strong work ethic
Attention to detail in preparation and presentation
Calm performance during busy service periods
Willingness to learn and follow direction
Positive teamwork and professional conduct

What we have to Offer

Attractive salary
33 days holiday, including statutory holidays
Group Pension Scheme with a 7.7% employer contribution with the option to salary sacrifice
Group Life Insurance
Cycle to Work Scheme
Health Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Programme
Buy/Sell Holiday Scheme
Free on-site car parking
Discounts at Raby retail and food outlets
Discounts for stays at Rabys High Force Hotel
Complimentary access to Raby Castle and High Force leisure attractions
A behind-the-scenes tour of Raby Castle
Invitations to Raby Estate social events throughout the year
A chance to work in one of the most unique and beautiful venues in the region.
A role that is dynamic, engaging, and never predictableno two days will be the same!
A supportive and enthusiastic team that makes every workday enjoyable.

How to apply

If you feel you have the necessary skills, experience, and personality to undertake this role, please apply below.

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