The Winton, a well-loved country pub in East Lothian, is looking for a passionate and committed Sous Chef to support the day-to-day running of the kitchen and help shape our evolving food offering. Opening four years ago, The Winton has quickly established itself as a destination eatery within the local community, known for quality, consistency, and a welcoming atmosphere. Working closely with the Head Chef, you'll be the key link between senior leadership and the wider team. This is a hands-on role suited to a focused and reliable chef with a strong grounding in classic British and modern cookery, delivering pub classics done well alongside creative, seasonal gastropub dishes. We are a scratch kitchen focusing on flavour and seasonality. You'll play an important role in maintaining these standards while helping to develop junior chefs and build a positive, supportive kitchen culture. Find out more about the daily tasks, overall responsibilities, and required experience for this opportunity by scrolling down now. Key Responsibilities Kitchen Operations Support the Head Chef in the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen Lead service in the Head Chef's absence, ensuring calm, consistent delivery during busy periods Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and cleanliness Ensure all dishes are prepared and served in line with agreed specifications Team Leadership & Development Act as the bridge between the Head Chef and the kitchen team Train, support, and mentor junior chefs Promote a positive, hard-working, and respectful kitchen environment Rotas & Labour Control Assist with managing rotas and kitchen labour alongside the GM/Duty Manager Help control wage percentages and maintain efficient staffing levels Menu Planning & Development Contribute practical and creative menu ideas, reflecting seasonality and the style of a quality country pub Use the specials board to trial new dishes and refine them with the Head Chef Ensure recipes are followed consistently and accurately Support ongoing menu development Specifications & Standards Assist in maintaining the kitchen spec book Ensure consistency in portioning, plating, and overall dish standards Procurement & Cost Control Support ordering in line with suppliers, costings, and menu requirements Help manage GP and food costs through good prep, portion control, and waste reduction Assist with sourcing quality local produce Food Safety & Compliance Ensure full compliance with food safety and health & safety standards (FSMS, HACCP, COSHH, CookSafe) Maintain allergen records and ensure team awareness xxuwjjq Uphold best practices in hygiene, temperature control, and stock rotation Record Keeping & Administration Complete daily, weekly, and monthly food safety records Carry out probe checks and ensure equipment is properly maintained Ensure staff food is recorded correctly when leading shifts Stock Control Support stocktaking, including counts, wastage tracking, and reporting Maintain good stock rotation and minimise waste What We Offer Competitive salary plus excellent tips/tronc A good work-life balance with minimal very early starts or late finishes A supportive team environment in a busy, community-focused country pub The opportunity to grow your career within a business that continues to develop year on year Job Type: Full-time Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year Work Location: In person