Sous Chef

Sous Chef - Village Pub near Reading

Up to £16 per hour (DOE) 40 hours Excellent work life balance

Off to Work is recruiting a passionate Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at a well established, much loved village pub located just 10 miles from Reading, in Streatley on Thames.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a supportive, branded environment where systems, menus, and processes are already in place-allowing you to focus on what you do best: delivering great food and leading a team.

The Role

As Sous Chef, you'll be a key part of the kitchen leadership team, supporting the Head Chef in delivering consistent, high quality pub classics.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the day to day running of the kitchen
• Leading the team in the Head Chef's absence
• Managing food ordering, stock control, and minimising waste
• Ensuring all dishes are produced to spec and compliant with due diligence standards
• Maintaining organisation and efficiency in a busy service environment

About the Venue

• Independent, popular village pub with a strong local following
• Known for classic pub dishes and standout Sunday roasts
• A supportive ownership team focused on training and development
• Located in Streatley on Thames (own transport or local residence required)

What's on Offer

• Up to £33,000 per year, paid hourly
• 40 hours per week - genuine work life balance
• Opportunity for creative input within a structured menu framework
• A stable, long term role in a respected local business
• Clear progression path to Head Chef within 6-12 months

About You

• Confident, approachable, and thrives in a busy kitchen
• Stays calm and organised under pressureTakes pride in consistency, quality, and attention to detail
• Ready to step up into a Head Chef role in the near future

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking for a role where your skills, leadership, and ambition are genuinely recognised, this is a brilliant next step in your career.

Apply now and become part of a thriving, much loved pub.