We are a welcoming country pub with rooms, offering great food, comfortable accommodation and a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere right on the doorstep of the new forest!
Our kitchen is at the heart of what we do. We pride ourselves on serving delicious, freshly prepared food that appeals to families, local guests and residents.
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef/Senior Sous Chef to join our friendly kitchen team and help us deliver consistently high-quality food across our pub and accommodation operation.
The Role
As Sous/Senior Sous you will play an important role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. You will work closely with the Head Chef and wider team to ensure every dish leaving the kitchen is prepared, cooked and presented to a high standard.
This is an ideal opportunity for a chef who enjoys a varied environment, from busy family dining and pub classics to breakfasts and meals for our overnight guests.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook and present food to a consistently high standard
- Support the Head Chef with the smooth running of daily kitchen operations
- Help develop and introduce new dishes and seasonal menu ideas
- Maintain excellent standards of food quality, presentation and portion control
- Ensure all food preparation and cooking follows current food safety and hygiene requirements
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen at all times
- Support stock control, deliveries, rotation and minimising food waste
- Assist with breakfast, lunch and dinner service as required
- Help train, support and motivate junior members of the kitchen team
- Work efficiently during busy periods while maintaining quality and attention to detail
- Contribute to a positive, friendly kitchen environment
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has proven experience as a Senior CDP or Sous Chef in a similar kitchen role
- Has a genuine passion for good, honest food
- Takes pride in presentation, consistency and quality
- Is confident working in a busy pub or hospitality environment
- Has good knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene
- Can work independently while being a strong team player
- Has good organisation and communication skills
- Is reliable, positive and able to remain calm under pressure
- Enjoys working in a family-friendly hospitality environment
- Has previous experience in a pub, restaurant, hotel or similar setting
Relevant food safety or culinary qualifications are desirable but not essential where suitable practical experience is demonstrated.
What We Offer
- A friendly and supportive country pub environment
- A varied kitchen role covering pub dining and accommodation
- Opportunities to develop your culinary skills and progress within the team
- A team-focused working environment
- Staff benefits and opportunities to enjoy our hospitality
- A role where you can make a real contribution to the food and guest experience
If you are a passionate chef looking for a role where great food, countryside hospitality and a family-friendly atmosphere come together, we would love to hear from you.
Join our team and help us create memorable meals for families, holidaymakers, local guests and everyone who walks through our doors.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
