Sous Chef – Busy Country Pub & Hotel – Heart of the New Forest
📠Live-in available | Full-time | 5 days out of 7
We’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our talented kitchen team in a thriving country pub and adjoining hotel, nestled in the stunning New Forest. Our venue is a popular choice for weddings, events, and weekend getaways, and we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, seasonal food in a warm, welcoming setting.
What you’ll be doing:
* Supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of a fast-paced kitchen
* Leading the team during busy service periods and maintaining high standards
* Helping to plan and prepare for weddings and special events
* Ensuring food quality, hygiene, and safety standards are consistently met
What we’re looking for:
* Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous in a busy kitchen
* Ability to lead and motivate a team under pressure
* A passion for fresh, locally sourced food
* A team player with a positive, can-do attitude
* Flexibility to work 5 days out of 7, including weekends and evenings
What we offer:
* Live-in accommodation (if required)
* A supportive, friendly working environment
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Opportunities to be involved in creative menu planning and events
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and enjoy working in a beautiful countryside location, we’d love to hear from you.
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Sous Chef – Busy Country Pub & Hotel – Heart of the New Forest
📠Live-in available | Full-time | 5 days out of 7
We’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our talented kitchen team in a thriving country pub and adjoining hotel, nestled in the stunning New Forest. Our venue is a popular choice for weddings, events, and weekend getaways, and we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, seasonal food in a warm, welcoming setting.
What you’ll be doing:
* Supporting the Head Chef to ensure a smooth-running kitchen
* Leading the team during busy service periods and maintaining high standards
* Assisting with ordering and managing food stock efficiently and cost-effectively
* Helping to plan and prepare for weddings and special events
* Ensuring food quality, hygiene, and safety standards are consistently met
What we’re looking for:
* Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous in a busy kitchen
* Confidence in stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation
* Ability to lead and motivate a team under pressure
* A passion for fresh, locally sourced food
* A team player with a positive, can-do attitude
* Flexibility to work 5 days out of 7, including weekends and evenings
What we offer:
* Live-in accommodation (if required)
* A supportive, friendly working environment
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Opportunities to be involved in creative menu planning and events
If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career and enjoy working in a beautiful countryside location, we’d love to hear from you.
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