Join a quality-driven independent restaurant where exceptional food, passionate people, and authentic culture create the perfect environment for culinary excellence.
Sous Chef
Up to £50,000 package | Fresh Food | Independent Restaurant | Work-Life Balance
We're working with a highly regarded fresh food operation that has built an excellent reputation for delivering seasonal dishes, exceptional hospitality, and memorable dining experiences. This is an opportunity to join a close-knit team that prides itself on using quality ingredients, supporting local suppliers, and creating an environment where chefs can genuinely thrive.
The business enjoys a strong local following, a busy year-round trade, and a leadership team that believes in developing people and promoting from within.
What's in it for you?
- Salary up to £50K package inclusive of tronc
- Consistent fresh food operation
- Supportive and hands-on management team
- Excellent work-life balance
- Opportunity to contribute to menu development and seasonal specials
- Genuine progression opportunities within a growing business
- Staff discounts and company benefits
- Strong focus on team culture and wellbeing
The Role
- Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen
- Leading service and maintaining high food quality standards
- Assisting with stock control, ordering, and kitchen administration
- Training and developing junior members of the brigade
- Supporting menu development and seasonal dish creation
- Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards are consistently maintained
- Helping drive kitchen performance, organisation, and consistency
About You
- Currently a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef ready for the next step
- Passionate about fresh food and seasonal ingredients
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Organised and calm under pressure
- Experience within quality-led restaurant, gastro pub, or hospitality environments
- A genuine team player who enjoys leading from the front
The Company
This independent hospitality business has established itself as one of the area's most respected dining destinations through its commitment to quality ingredients, excellent service, and a people-first culture. The kitchen operates with a strong focus on seasonality, consistency, and creating dishes that showcase the very best produce available.
If you're looking for a role where you'll be valued, developed, and given the opportunity to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to find out more.
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