Sous Chef - The Alchemist Bar & Restaurant
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Were looking for a hardworking, positive, and team-focused SousChef to join our fast-paced kitchen team at The Alchemist a creative cocktail bar and restaurant.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in busy environments, enjoys working as part of a close-knit team, and takes pride in keeping standards high while still having fun at work. Our kitchens work hard, move fast, laugh together, and support one another through every service.
What Youll Be Doing
Supporting the Head Chef in the running of the kitchen and brigade
Owning food safety and compliancy
Financial control
Train and develop the team
Running service
Preparing and cooking food to a high standard during busy services
Supporting the wider kitchen team to deliver smooth and efficient service
Maintaining cleanliness and organisation throughout the kitchen
Ensuring food hygiene and safety standards are consistently met
Assisting with stock organisation, deliveries, and kitchen prep
Desired Attributes
Were looking for someone who brings:
Strong teamwork and communication skills with a team-first mindset
Hardworking, reliable, and able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Positive attitude with passion, professionalism, and attention to detail
Respectful, cooperative, and eager to learn, grow, and support the wider team
Youll Enjoy Working Here If You Are:
A confident team player
Communicative and cooperative
Professional but full of personality
Happy to make mistakes, learn from them, and grow
Motivated to thrive during busy services with a supportive team around you
What To Expect
The Alchemist is a fast-paced and energetic environment where no two shifts are the same. Busy periods are part of the fun, and were proud of the strong team culture weve built. We work hard, support each other, and create an atmosphere where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.
What's in it for you?
Free food and hot/soft drinks on shift
50% off food when dining with guests in any of our venues
Flexible rotas
Enhanced Sick Pay
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
Access to our benefits platform, Club Alchemy; saving you ££ on your everyday shopping, holidays, gyms, homeware and much more!
Guaranteed birthday + recovery day after off
Industry renowned training with fantastic career progression opportunities
Transparent Tronc policy where 100% of gratuities and service charge go to the team weekly via TipJar
24hr access to employee assistance programme, with counselling, mental health support and financial and legal advice
Regular incentives, which can take you around the country, and the world
The chance to compete at our annual Culinary Competition, Sports Day, Christmas parties and more!
If youre ready to join a team that values effort, attitude, and togetherness wed love to hear from you.
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