Estelle Manor
Wok Chef
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Who are we?
Estelle Manor is a rural retreat set on an 85-acre estate in Oxfordshire. The manor has four restaurants, an extraordinary 3,000 sq metre Roman-inspired spa- Eynsham Baths, 108 bedrooms and a gym with class studios and padel courts. Plus, there’s a kids’ club for the little ones and a workspace.
We are looking for an experienced Wok Chef to help lead our Fine Dining Chinese Restaurant.
The on target earning potential for this role is £45,376 per annum based on a 45 hour contract - comprising a base salary of £38,376, plus a qualified estimate of £7,000 in gratuities and service charge*.
What you'll be doing
As the Wok Chef your primary function is to assist in providing leadership, management, oversee budget and operations for the Billiard Room at Estelle Manor. You will assist the Head Chef in managing all food related standards, health and safety ensuring the guests and members experience is always in line with Estelle Manor standards. You will stand in for the Head Chef in his absence and will be empowered to make managerial decisions within the kitchen’s operations and ultimately be responsible for the quality of all items leaving the kitchen.
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Who we are looking for:
A team orientated, positive, driven, organised and solution focused leader
Someone who has held a sous chef or chef de cuisine role with strong culinary techniques within highly regarded kitchens.
Ability to perform under pressure and deliver results to deadlines.
Someone who takes responsibility and initiative to explore issues and to generate new ideas with creative thinking.
Someone who has worked in a rotational role around the kitchen and has experience in handling a multi-faceted operation.
What’s in it for you?
At Estelle, we prioritize your well-being and growth, offering a range of perks to enrich your experience. Enjoy exclusive staff rates, biannual socials, and Estelleversary surprises. Nurture your well-being with stocked colleague spaces. Engage in forums shaping The Estelle Way. Utilise the provided uniforms and onsite seamstress support. Join us for a fulfilling journey where you are valued, supported, and celebrated.
Here at Estelle, we want to create a unified culture and sense of belonging throughout. We have a range of perks and benefits at your fingertips:
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- Biannual company socials plus smaller social and sports groups.
- Exclusive staff rates and F&B discounts across sister properties.
- Estelleversary gifting for all employees.
- Colleague spaces stocked with food, drinks and a selection of juices, teas and coffees.
- Goes without saying but we will feed you during your shift.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Added protection of our pension, health cash plan and life assurance schemes.
- 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, which increases with length of service.
- Colleague Forums and Sustainability Committees to help create The Estelle Way.
- Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.
- Uniform provided, cleaned, and pressed.
- Onsite seamstresses to ensure your uniform is fitted and repaired.
About gratuities & service charge:
Gratuities (tips) are paid on a pro-rata basis regardless of your role.
It is estimated that in 2026, our full-time employees can expect to receive in the range of £7,000 in addition to their annual salary.
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