Sous Chef

Honeycomb Houses Company Description:

Honeycomb Houses is a family-run institution born-and-bred from our parent company, Brakspear, which came to life all the way back in 1779. Our philosophy is simple, we treat colleagues like family, guests as friends and pubs like homes. We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our friendly and talented team at Egypt Mill.

The range of salary for this position (depending upon experience) is £32,000 - £35,000 per annum, plus tronc which is approximately £3,000 per annum.

The Egypt Mill - is a historic former watermill nestled in the scenic Stroud Valley, this unique 16th-century building has been beautifully restored and now houses a boutique inn. The property blends rustic charm with modern comfort, offering cozy accommodations, a stylish bar and restaurant, and picturesque gardens. Its riverside setting and rich industrial heritage make it a popular destination for weddings, weekend getaways, and countryside retreats.

Here at Honeycomb Houses, our Sous Chefs are culinary creatives. If you believe you could support in leading one of our kitchens and engage the team to perform at their best then we are eager to welcome you into our friendly family.

The role of a Sous Chef is a big apron to fill and involves many responsibilities that help to keep our kitchens safe, sanitary, well stocked and serving up sensational dishes to our wonderful customers. Our ultimate candidate would have a flare for delivering high quality , a passion for perfection in their presentation and the ability to successfully perform under pressure.

Duties include:

Assist the head chef in overseeing the kitchen operations and managing the team.
Ensure food is prepared and presented in a timely manner
Monitor food quality and taste to maintain consistency
Collaborate with the head chef to develop new menu items and specials
Train and mentor junior kitchen staff
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines

Skills:

Strong culinary skills with a focus on quality and presentation
Excellent knowledge of various cooking techniques and ingredients
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong leadership and communication skills
Attention to detail and ability to follow recipes accurately
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines

Employee Benefits:

Great Tronc
50% off our boutique bedrooms and meals in our Honeycomb Houses
Free Meals on duty
Development programmes and progression opportunities
Access to our benefit portal, including 1000's of discounts.
Wellbeing hub and employee assistance program
Company pension scheme
Learning and development platform
Monthly recognition and reward programmes
Fantastic team parties and socials
Flexible working opportunities
Length of service recognition
Most importantly, you will feel welcomed as part of the Honeycomb Houses family!

At Honeycomb Houses, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £32,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Referral programme

Experience:
Kitchen: 5 years (preferred)
Sous Chef: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person