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Sous chef

Derby
The Apple Tree Gift Shop and Teahouse
Sous chef
Posted: 15h ago
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Second Chef – Lead Breakfast Brilliance at Derbyshire's No.1 Village Brunch Spot! Location: Ockbrook, Derby Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Days: Thursday to Monday (closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays) Type: Full-Time The Role: We’re looking for a talented, passionate Second Chef to help lead the charge in one of Derbyshire’s most loved kitchens. If you live for breakfast and brunch, love working in a dynamic team, and want to make your mark on a creative, seasonal menu, this could be your dream role. You’ll be a key player in our kitchen operations, working side-by-side with our Head Chef to deliver consistently delicious dishes, shape menu development, and keep service running smoothly. With a loyal customer base and fast-paced mornings, this role is perfect for someone who thrives under pressure and wants to help steer the future of a thriving independent restaurant. What You’ll Be Doing: Cooking and presenting breakfast and lunch dishes to a consistently high standard Playing a vital role in menu development and daily kitchen operations Leading the kitchen when the Head Chef is away Managing stock rotation, ordering, and inventory Upholding top tier food hygiene and health & safety standards Assisting with prep for occasional evening bistro events Collaborating with a tight-knit, passionate kitchen and front-of-house team What We’re Looking For: 3–5 years of professional kitchen experience, including time in a leadership or supervisory role A genuine love of breakfast food and morning culture Cool, confident, and focused under pressure Organised, reliable, and able to lead a team when needed High attention to detail and a strong work ethic A team player who takes pride in great food and service Why Join The Apple Tree? Be part of a well-established, independent business with 13 years of success Join a kitchen named Derby’s No.1 brunch spot and featured on national TV Have a real voice in menu creativity and kitchen direction Enjoy daytime-only hours and a great work-life balance Receive bonus pay based on performance Enjoy fabulous drinks, team perks, and full holiday entitlement Work with a friendly, ambitious team that’s serious about great food If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-focused setting and love creating unforgettable breakfasts and brunches, we’d love to hear from you. To Apply: Send your CV and a covering letter. Let me know if you'd like a version adapted for Indeed, Instagram, or a short-form version for a poster. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Company pension Free parking Application question(s): What culinary training do you have? Experience: Kitchen: 4 years (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

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