Sous Chef

Overview

Are you a talented individual that is looking for a senior kitchen position roaming between two food led pubs? We are looking for an enthusiastic individual that has a hunger to produce high quality food and the drive to succeed in the hospitality industry. This individual needs to have the ability to write menus as well as train apprentices.

Little Gems Country Dining started is a small, intimate company with two pubs - looking to grow in the future. We pride ourselves on doing the simple things really well and keeping our focus on the staff and customers. In our kitchens, our Chefs concentrate on providing home cooked menus monthly with specials menus that change every day. Provenance, sustainability and sourcing British food is important to us, and we keep our dishes simple and not over presented.

Come and join the team as a Roaming Chef. We are looking for an individual who can thrive in a busy kitchen, keeping focus on the job in hand, whilst always retaining the back house disciplines and standards. You will have an opportunity to give your input regarding our seasonally changing menu, along with the creativity of the daily specials. Everyone in our kitchens has a voice and we always like to hear your voice.

If you have previous experience, strong team approach, understanding of ordering and back of house compliance, committed to your career development and like to be challenged - then you might be the right person for us!
Please note: The character of the business means that you will be required to work shifts.

The next step Like the sound of joining our team? Ready for the challenge? If so, please get in contact.

Responsibilities

• Roam between two pubs to produce high quality food and maintain kitchen standards.
• Write menus and train apprentices.
• Contribute to seasonal menu planning and daily specials with input from the team.
• Maintain back of house disciplines and standards in a busy kitchen.
• Support ordering and back of house compliance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a senior kitchen role with a strong team approach.
• Understanding of ordering and back of house compliance.
• Committed to career development and willing to be challenged.
• Availability to work shifts as required by the business.

About the Role

We are a small, intimate company with two pubs and plans to grow. We focus on simple, well-prepared dishes and sustainability, sourcing British food. This role offers an opportunity to influence menu direction and contribute to a dynamic kitchen environment.