Sous Chef – Quality Gastro Pub with Live In Available
Location: Rural Bedfordshire (commutable from Bedford, Biggleswade, Hitchin areas) – own transport required
Salary: Starting at £34,000 per year (negotiable) + tips + bonuses
Job Type: Full-time, 45–48 hours per week, fair rota, mostly two consecutive days off
Exciting opportunity for a Sous Chef to join a busy, fresh food pub with rooms in the Bedfordshire countryside. Salary negotiable around £34,000 PA + tips, fair hours, and optional live in accommodation. Supportive, hands on team.
About the Opportunity
We’re recruiting a talented Sous Chef to join a popular pub and hotel in the Bedfordshire countryside. Known locally for its fresh, seasonal British gastro pub cuisine, the venue attracts both locals and visitors, offering a welcoming atmosphere and chef led menus.
This role is ideal for a candidate who takes pride in their food, works well in a collaborative team, and enjoys being part of a close knit, professional kitchen.
As Sous Chef, you will:
* Support the Head Chef in running the kitchen and maintaining high standards
* Deputise for the Head Chef during absences
* Lead and mentor junior chefs and kitchen staff
* Manage ordering, stock, and rotas efficiently
* Help deliver a consistent, fresh, seasonal menu
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary, plus tips and performance bonuses
* Optional live-in accommodation: furnished 2 bed flat with private entrance (~£300/month rent)
* Fair, balanced rota with mostly two consecutive days off
* Hands on, supportive management team
* Access to employee wellbeing programmes and Wagestream
We’re looking for a Sous Chef who:
* Has experience in a high-volume fresh food, quality pub or restaurant environment
* Can confidently manage shifts and deputise for the Head Chef
* Is skilled in ordering, stock, and kitchen organisation
* Works calmly under pressure and leads by example
* Is passionate about fresh, seasonal ingredients and high quality dishes
If you’re ready to join a supportive, high quality kitchen team with a fantastic work/life balance, apply today for a confidential chat