Who We Are
At Rarebreed Dining, we keep it simple: work hard, be nice. No fluff, no fuss—just a group of passionate people doing what we love.
Since opening our first venue in 2015, we've built a growing collection of beautiful restaurants rooted in our love of steak, British produce, and outstanding hospitality. We've got big plans ahead—and we're looking for brilliant people to grow with us.
The Role
We're on the hunt for an ambitious Sous Chef ready to take the next step in their career. You'll be joining a lively and supportive kitchen where creativity, energy, and collaboration are key.
You'll need to bring:
* A strong understanding of fresh, seasonal ingredients, ideally with a background in British cuisine
* The leadership chops to support and motivate the team day-to-day
* A calm, professional presence during service—and the confidence to step up when the Head Chef is off
* A good sense of humour and team-first attitude—because we believe kitchens should be fun as well as fast-paced
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Head Chef in maintaining quality, portion control, and presentation standards
* Help manage kitchen operations including ordering, stock control, and cleanliness
* Lead the team during service when the Head Chef is off
* Coach and develop junior chefs
* Uphold all food hygiene, health & safety, and allergen compliance practices (HACCP/COSHH)
What We're Looking For
* Experience in a fresh food kitchen—ideally from a fine dining or quality gastropub background
* A stable work history (we're looking for candidates who've stayed in roles longer than 1–2 years)
* A passion for food, learning, and helping others grow
* A team player who can also hold the room when needed
* Strong communication and time management skills
The Perks
* Tronc pay (minimum commitment)
* 25% staff discount across all Rarebreed venues + affiliate brand discounts
* Free meals on shift
* Discounts across hundreds of brands including cinema, gym, and most major retailers
* Access to Hastee Pay (get paid early if needed)
* Paid sick leave & enhanced parental leave
* Supplier trips, staff parties & team outings
* On-shift rewards & referral bonuses
* Employee Assistance Programme (via Hospitality Action)
* Structured training, development, and qualifications
Why Join Us?
We're independent, ambitious, and we care about our people. Whether you're here to grow your career or to enjoy a job that fits around your life, we'll support you with genuine development opportunities, a strong team culture, and a place you'll be proud to work.
Ready to join us?
Apply now or get in touch—we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £38,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Bereavement leave
* Company events
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Enhanced paternity leave
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Do you have the legal right to work in the UK?
* We are unable to provide any live-in on site. Do you require live-in?
Work Location: In person