Location: Hereford
Salary: £34,000 £36,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Hotel Rating: 4-Star Hotel
Accommodation: Live-in available Are you an experienced Sous Chef looking to join a professional kitchen focused on fresh food and quality service? Were recruiting for a Sous Chef to support a high-performing brigade at a 4-star hotel in Hereford, offering a great work-life balance with early finishes, structured hours, and live-in accommodation available.
About Us
Our 4-star hotel in the heart of Hereford is well regarded for its fresh, seasonal menus and consistent delivery. With a kitchen team of over 30 chefs, we serve 200400 covers each day across multiple dining areas. The last customer sitting is at 8pm, meaning most evening shifts finish by 9:009:30pm, helping maintain a better balance between work and life.
What We Offer
Salary: £34,000 £36,000 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Evenings typically finish by 9:009:30pm
Meals on Duty: Freshly prepared meals provided during shift
Live-in accommodation available
Kitchen Environment: Work alongside a large team of 30+ chefs in a fresh food, high-volume setting
Structured Schedules: No late service last sitting at 8pm
Key Responsibilities
Support the Head Chef in running daily kitchen operations
Lead service and manage junior chefs across sections
Maintain hygiene and health & safety standards at all times
Assist with stock management and food cost control
Ensure consistency and quality across every dish leaving the kitchen
Contribute to seasonal menu development and kitchen efficiency
Requirements
Experience as a Sous Chef in a fresh food, high-volume kitchen
Strong leadership and team development skills
A hands-on approach with attention to detail
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays
Driving licence and access to own transport highly desirable due to rural location
How to Apply for the Sous Chef Role
If you're a driven Sous Chef seeking a rewarding role in a structured, quality-driven kitchen, apply now and join our well-established team in Hereford.
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