Sous chef

Salary & role Snapshot

• Up to £38,000 salary, plus generous tips
• Live-in accommodation available
• Premium fresh food gastro pub
• All fresh food using quality, locally sourced ingredients
• Creative input into menu development and recipe costing
• Excellent opportunities to develop your leadership skills

Your role in the kitchen:

As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with the Head Chef to deliver consistently outstanding food while supporting the day-to-day management of a busy, fresh food kitchen.

You'll be responsible for:

• Running the kitchen confidently in the Head Chef's absence
• Leading, motivating and training the kitchen team
• Preparing and delivering high quality fresh food to exceptional standards
• Supporting seasonal menu development and recipe costing
• Managing stock control, ordering and reducing waste
• Maintaining food safety, hygiene and compliance standards
• Coaching and developing junior chefs
• Ensuring consistency, quality and excellent service during every shift

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience in a fresh food kitchen
• Passion for cooking with quality seasonal ingredients
• A positive and supportive leadership style
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• High standards of food quality, cleanliness and presentation
• A genuine desire to learn, develop and help others succeed

What's in it for you?

• Up to £38,000 salary
• Generous tips
• Live-in accommodation available
• Work with fresh, locally sourced produce every day
• Opportunity to contribute to menu development and creativity
• Join a supportive team that values progression and professional development

Apply today

If you're searching for a Sous Chef job near Ongar, a Fresh Food Sous Chef role in Essex, or your next opportunity within a quality gastro pub, this could be the perfect move.

Apply today with Select Recruitment and let us help you take the next exciting step in your hospitality career.