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The role
Sous Chef - Hospitality Group About the Role MCG Recruitment are supporting a quality hospitality group in the search for a Sous Chef to join a friendly and well-established kitchen team. Our Sous Chefs are culinary creatives who play a key role in supporting the Head Chef, leading kitchen operations, and ensuring the team delivers high-quality dishes in a busy, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, strong attention to detail, and the ability to perform consistently under pressure while maintaining excellent standards of presentation and taste. Key Responsibilities Support the Head Chef in managing day-to-day kitchen operations Help lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff Ensure food is prepared, cooked, and presented consistently and on time Monitor food quality, taste, and presentation standards Assist in developing new menu items and specials Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised kitchen environment Ensure full compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations Skills & Experience Strong culinary ability with focus on quality and presentation Solid understanding of cooking techniques and ingredients Experience working in a busy, fast-paced kitchen Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain consistency Calm and effective under pressure High attention to detail About the Company This is a family-run hospitality business with a long-established heritage and a strong focus on treating colleagues like family, guests like friends, and venues like welcoming homes. They offer a supportive working environment with strong opportunities for development and progression. Salary & Package Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum (depending on experience) Tronc: Approx. £3,500 per annum additional Free meals on duty Staff discounts on food, drink, and accommodation Training and development programmes Career progression opportunities Employee benefits platform with retail discounts Wellbeing support and assistance programme Company pension scheme Monthly recognition and reward schemes Team events and social activities Flexible working options Length of service rewards MCG1
