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We’re on the lookout for an energetic, hands-on Sous Chef to join our fantastic team! If you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment, love creating unforgettable guest experiences, and want to grow your career with an award-winning company, then this could be your next big move.
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary: Up to £36,000 per year, plus Tronc
* Free meal on shift – fuel your day with delicious food from our kitchen
* Flexible shifts & enhanced holiday – work-life balance matters here
* Up to 50% off meals when dining with up to 6 guests
* 33% off hotel stays across our collection
* Award-winning training with a clear pathways
* Wage streaming service – access your pay when you need it
* Salary Extras Portal – discounts at Asda, Aldi, B&Q, H&M, Clarks, Tesco & more, plus Cycle2Work scheme
* Service Awards & Birthday Gift – because you matter
* £1000 refer-a-friend & chef recruitment incentives
Sous Chef Requirements
* Be a strong Leader, with the ability to train, coach and develop junior chefs
* At least 1 year experience as a Sous/junior Sous chef
* Great communication skills
* Right to Work in the UK
* Excellent culinary and presentation skills
Sous Chef Responsibilities
* To work and support the Head Chef and management
* Experience working within company defined menus and recipes
* Manage staff rosters and allocation of work details
* Be able to fulfil training and growth of the team
* Be able to complete food orders, stock control and correct storage of food stocks
* A genuine desire to provide high quality food and service
* Maintain and manage the required high operational and personal standard of hygiene and presentation within the team at all times.
* Comply with all Food safety, fire, Health and safety, licensing and employment laws
We are looking for great people to join us. Our company is big enough to support you but small enough to care about your individual needs. We are a friendly, hands-on team who have a passion for running great pubs. We are always on the lookout for like-minded people who have the desire to work and grow with us.
About Us
We believe our people are the heart of our success. We’re passionate about great food, quality drinks, and warm hospitality – all delivered in beautiful settings. We don’t just hire great people – we invest in them. That’s why we offer:
* Award-winning online training academy – learn anytime, anywhere
* Hands-on supplier experiences – from craft brewery tours to farm visits
* Career progression & apprenticeships – we help you grow
About You
* Brings passion for great food, drink, and service
* Obsessed with food, flavour, and presentation.
* Organised, focused, and always raising the bar.
* Hands-on, sleeves-up, lead-by-example attitude.
* Flexible for evenings, weekends, and busy periods.
It’s an exciting time to join us! We are growing, and we want you to grow with us and be part of our success.
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