Sous Chef - Full Time
Salary: Up to £37,000, dependent on experience
Hours: 40 hours per week
(Early, mid and late shifts including weekdays, weekends and bank holidays)
Are you passionate about great food and ready to take the next step in your culinary career? We're looking for a talented and motivated Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at a prestigious private members' club, where quality, creativity and exceptional service are at the heart of everything we do.
The Role
As Sous Chef, you'll play a key role in supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen. You'll lead by example, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, hygiene and teamwork, while helping to inspire, train and develop the brigade.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven chef who thrives in a busy, high-standard environment and is eager to grow within a professional and supportive team.
What We're Looking For
You'll be someone who brings passion, leadership and consistency to the kitchen, with:
Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a busy kitchen
A genuine passion for hospitality and fresh, high-quality food
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train and support your team
A track record of delivering exceptional dishes under pressure
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A team-focused approach and commitment to maintaining high service standards
Experience managing costs, budgets and stock control
Solid knowledge of EHO and Health & Hygiene regulations
Ambition to learn, develop and progress your career
Good written and verbal communication skills
Proof of the right to work in the UK
Benefits:
28 days holiday per year (pro rata)
Club pension scheme with automatic enrolment
Life assurance scheme
Hospitality Rewards (discounts on retail, dining, leisure and online)
Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Meals and hot drinks while on duty
Complimentary onsite parking
Friends and family tickets for Henley Royal Regatta
Institute of Hospitality membership (after probation)
Option to join the UK Healthcare Cash Plan (after probation)
Staff socials and events
Staff accommodation available on request (subject to availability)
If you're a dedicated Sous Chef looking to be part of a respected kitchen team in a unique and prestigious setting, we'd love to hear from you