Location: CH4 0JR, Chester, Cheshire, North West, UKRecruit4staff are representing a well-established gastropub operator in their search for a Sous Chef to work at their well established county pub and restaurant in FlintshireWhat are client is offering the successful Sous Chef: Pay: £35,000 per annumHours of Work: 45 hour contract - hours will vary on a rota basisDuration: PermanentBenefits: Company welfare programme Job Role: Assist the Head Chef in planning and preparing menus with a focus on seasonal, fresh, and local produce.Oversee daily food preparation, ensuring dishes meet the gastro pub's high standards for quality and presentation.Step into the Head Chef's role during absences, maintaining consistency in the kitchen's output.Supervise cooking stations (grill, sauté, garnish, pastry, etc.) and assist staff when needed.Ensure all kitchen operations comply with food hygiene regulations and gastro pub standards.Monitor food storage, rotation, and stock to reduce waste.Monitor portion control, wastage, and food costs to keep within budget. What our client is looking for in the successful Sous Chef: Previous experience working in a kitchen - ESSENTIAL Food Hygiene Certificate - ESSENTIALFormal culinary qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent) - DESIRABLEPassion for British food, local produce, and creative menu developmentStrong communication skillsAbility to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced kitchen.Team player with a positive attitude and strong communication skills. Commutable From: Chester, Wrexham, Wirral, Deeside, Mold, CorwenSimilar Job Titles: Head Chef, Executive Chef, Kitchen Manager, Senior Sous Chef, Chef Patron, Culinary Manager, Head CookFor further information about this role, please apply now.This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff, who are operating as a recruitment agency.TPBN1_UKTJ