Sous Chef
Lead kitchen teams, mentor junior staff, maintain high standards in a busy award-winning gastropub. Enjoy flexitime, strong pay, training and genuine career prospects.
Key Responsibilities & Role Details
This permanent, full-time Sous Chef position offers excellent benefits like paid annual leave, competitive pay, flexitime, and career development opportunities.
You’ll be expected to support the Head Chef in all kitchen operations, maintain food quality and presentation, and ensure HACCP compliance at all times.
The role also involves supervising and mentoring more junior kitchen staff, contributing to menu development and food costing, and leading service when required.
You’ll engage in supplier management and stock control, giving you genuine influence over sourcing and budgeting processes.
If you have two years’ chef experience (preferably with carvery or gastropub background) and good food hygiene knowledge, this role can be your next step forward.
Pros: Reasons to Apply
One of the standout advantages is the promise of the most competitive wage in hospitality, making it an attractive role for experienced chefs seeking financial reward for their expertise.
The company also excels at providing a positive kitchen environment, investing substantially in ongoing training, and supporting career progression within a growing group.
Cons: What to Consider
As with many high-quality kitchens, a fast-paced environment is the norm, and expectations around food quality and consistency are high, requiring attention to detail daily.
The need for weekend and evening work is likely, even with flexitime, and some roles may include responsibility for stepping in as acting Head Chef during absences.
Verdict: Is It the Right Role for You?
If you’re an ambitious chef who thrives under pressure and seeks progression, this job offers both security and scope for advancement in a respected gastropub setting.
The excellent pay, strong support network, and comprehensive benefits make it a great step for anyone ready to elevate their hospitality career. If you meet the requirements, it’s well worth applying.
