Sous Chef
Sous Chef
Salary: Up to £33,000 per annum DOE
Hours: 40 Hours – Permanent Contract
What we need in a nutshell:
We love creating exciting dining concepts across our sites and are looking for a talented Sous Chef to take things to the next level. This is a rare opportunity within a high-volume catering environment that offers genuine creative freedom for fresh, from-scratch cooking and menu development.
About the role:
You’ll assist in leading and inspiring the kitchen team, creating high-quality freshly cooked dishes while working closely with the Front of House operation to deliver an exceptional guest experience and maximise performance within a busy restaurant environment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Support all aspects of the Back of House (BOH) operation
- Ensuring consistently high standards of food quality and service
- Support the running of key shifts and managing day-to-day kitchen operations
- Helping to manage stock effectively to control food margins and waste
- Championing Health & Safety and hygiene standards
- Collaborating on seasonal specials and menu creation using fresh, local produce
Skills & experience required:
We are looking for a motivated and hands-on leader who can demonstrate:
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 3 desirable)
- Previous experience leading a busy kitchen as a Head Chef or Kitchen Manager
- Strong understanding of financial KPIs and budget management
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Passion for fresh food and customer service
- A resilient and proactive approach
What’s on offer:
- Competitive pension
- Bonus scheme
- Employee discount platform
- Enhanced family benefits
- Life insurance
- Holiday discounts
- On-site discounts
- Awards and recognition programmes
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