Job Title: Sous Chef
Location: Finchampstead, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Salary: Up to £37,000 per annum + paid overtime + tips
Type: Full-Time | 4 days on, 3 days off
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About the Role:
We’re looking to recruit a talented and passionate Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and help lead the kitchen team at our award-winning, food-led pub near Wokingham. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a kitchen focused on quality, seasonality, and full ingredient traceability.
You’ll play a vital role in driving daily service, mentoring junior chefs, and supporting the creative evolution of our menu as we aim for 2 AA Rosettes.
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What We Offer:
* Salary up to £37,000 depending on experience
* 4 days on, 3 days off rota to support work/life balance
* Paid overtime
* Share of tips (pooled and paid monthly)
* Company pension scheme
* Staff discounts and meals on duty
* Ongoing professional development and clear progression path
* Hands-on ownership and a supportive, people-first culture
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Your Responsibilities Will Include:
* Leading shifts and supporting the Head Chef in day-to-day operations
* Running all sections with confidence and high attention to detail
* Taking responsibility for ordering, stock control, and waste management
* Ensuring health & safety and food hygiene standards are upheld at all times
* Assisting in the development of junior chefs through coaching and training
* Contributing ideas for seasonal menus and specials
* Maintaining excellent communication with the front-of-house team
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About You:
* Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous in a rosette-standard kitchen
* Genuine passion for British seasonal cooking, nose-to-tail principles, and sustainability
* Calm under pressure with a natural flair for leadership
* Highly organised, clean, and efficient
* Experience working with fresh, local produce – butchery and larder skills advantageous
* Right to work in the UK
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About Us:
We’re an independently owned group of food-led pubs with a focus on craft, sustainability, and career development. Our leadership team is hands-on and actively involved in the kitchens, ensuring a genuine, collaborative working environment. If you’re looking to grow your career with a company that truly values its people, this could be the opportunity for you.
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To Apply:
Submit your CV today and we’ll be in touch to discuss the next steps.