Overview
The Brasenose Arms is a public house dating back to 1660. We have a busy bar offering our Bar and Garden Menu, alongside a grill and Sunday Lunch menu. Our restaurant offers an a la carte menu that changes every two months providing seasonal dishes.
You would be joining a small, independent business, with a focus on teamwork, offering a great opportunity to progress your career, and shape the overall food experience at a well-known local dining pub. We are a small team who are all passionate about creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all our customers, who arrive as guests, return repeatedly and become friends.
Our extensive garden is used for many events such as music performances with the largest hosting over 3900 guests, as well as weddings and seasonal fayres. Our chefs cater for all these events, as well as offering traditional menus indoors and in the garden.
Based in North Oxfordshire, the village of Cropredy is a moderate size, served by the Oxford canal and several camping facilities. We serve a lot of visiting holiday makers, as well as locals from surrounding villages and the town of Banbury.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the Head Chef by overseeing kitchen operations, supervising staff, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality food and service. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a passionate culinary professional to develop leadership skills within a vibrant hospitality environment. The ideal applicant will possess strong kitchen experience, food production expertise, and a commitment to food safety standards.
Duties
- Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and ensuring smooth workflow
- Supervise and motivate kitchen staff, including chefs and junior team members
- Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation to meet quality standards
- Ensure all dishes are prepared in accordance with recipes, portion sizes, and presentation guidelines
- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness in compliance with health regulations
- Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and minimise waste
- Support staff training programmes to uphold consistent service quality
- Collaborate with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service delivery
- Assist in menu planning and development of new dishes
Skills
- Proven supervising experience within a busy kitchen environment
- Strong background in food production, cooking, and food preparation techniques
- Excellent team management and leadership abilities
- Sound knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices
- Experience working in hospitality or restaurant settings with a focus on high standards of service
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service periods
- Good organisational skills with attention to detail
- Effective communication skills to lead a diverse team and liaise with other departments
- Passion for culinary arts with a creative approach to menu development
This role provides an exciting opportunity for a dedicated culinary professional eager to advance their career within a supportive and vibrant hospitality setting.
Pay: £30,000.00-£36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
