Sous Chef - Lead, Create & Inspire in a Fresh Food Kitchen
MCG Recruitment are delighted to be supporting the search for an experienced Sous Chef to join a thriving, food-led pub with boutique rooms.
This well-established venue is known for its busy dining trade, welcoming atmosphere, and reputation for delivering consistently high-quality fresh food.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate chef who loves working with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and wants to play a key role in shaping an evolving menu within a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
The Role
As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team and maintaining exceptional standards across service. The menu blends well-loved classics with globally inspired dishes, changing regularly to reflect the seasons and keep both guests and chefs inspired.
You'll also have the chance to contribute your own ideas, develop new dishes, and bring your creativity to a kitchen that values flavour, quality, and innovation.
What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous in a busy fresh-food kitchen
Passion for quality ingredients and seasonal cooking
Creativity and enthusiasm for menu development
Excellent attention to detail and high standards in service
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support a team
Confidence working in a high-volume environment What's in It for You
Highly competitive salary with regular reviews reflecting performance and progression
Generous tips
Guaranteed Christmas Day off every year
Enhanced parental pay and full company sick pay after qualifying service
Flexible working patterns supporting a healthy work-life balance
Up to 50% staff discount on food across company venues
Up to 50% discount on accommodation across company sites
Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing, financial and legal support
Referral bonus of up to £1500 for introducing new team members
Long service recognition and rewards
Annual staff celebrations and social events If you're an ambitious Sous Chef looking to join a busy kitchen where creativity, teamwork, and great food are at the heart of everything, MCG Recruitment would love to hear from you.
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