Job Description
Job Title:Sous ChefSalary:£34,000 DoE + TipsLocation:Albury, Hertfordshire
Are you a passionate and creative Sous Chef with at least one year of experience in a similar role? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-quality kitchen environment where standards matter and creativity is encouraged? If so, this could be an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your culinary career.
About the Role
We are seeking a confident and driven Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering consistently high standards of food and service. This is a busy, upmarket pub kitchen where attention to detail, strong organisation, and teamwork are essential.
You will play a key role in daily kitchen operations, supporting menu development, contributing to seasonal specials, and ensuring every dish leaving the kitchen reflects quality and care. This position would suit someone who is creative, reliable, and ready to take ownership in a supportive and professional environment.
About the Client
Our client is a well-established, upmarket country pub and restaurant set within the Hertfordshire countryside. They are known for delivering high-quality British cuisine with a modern touch, using fresh, seasonal ingredients in a welcoming and refined setting.
The kitchen has built a strong local reputation for quality and consistency, and they are now looking for a talented Sous Chef to join their team and help maintain and enhance these standards.
Service Hours
The kitchen operates the following service hours (orders may be taken up until these times):
* Monday OFF
* Tuesday OFF
* Wednesday to Sunday Service hours
* Sunday Service hours with a early finish
These structured service hours provide a strong work-life balance while maintaining a busy and rewarding service environment.
Key Duties
* Support the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations
* Lead, motivate, and mentor junior members of the team
* Prepare, cook, and present dishes to a consistently high standard
* Contribute to menu development and seasonal specials
* Maintain food hygiene, health and safety standards
* Assist with stock control and ordering
Key Requirements
* Minimum 1 years experience working as a Sous Chef
* Relevant culinary qualifications
* Creative approach to food and menu ideas
* Strong organisational and leadership skills
* Must have own knives
* Must be able to drive or live locally (live-in option available)
Benefits
* £34,000 salary depending on experience + tips
* Training and progression opportunities
* Staff meals and drinks
* Supportive and professional working environment
If you are an ambitious Sous Chef looking to join a respected and busy kitchen with structured service hours and real progression opportunities, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered.
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