Sous Chef – Full Time – Up to £36,000 – Daytime Hours
Are you looking for an excellent work/life balance, or an experienced Sous Chef ready to take the next step in your career?
We’re searching for a skilled, motivated Sous Chef with experience in a busy, quality‑driven kitchen to join our forward‑thinking team at Yolk Farm — the world’s first egg restaurant on a free‑range hen farm.
You’ll bring strong culinary ability, leadership confidence, and a passion for delivering exceptional food every single day.
About the Role
- Full‑time position, up to £36,000 per year depending on experience
- 5 days over 7, including weekends
- 08:30–16:30 daytime hours, with occasional evenings
- Hands‑on leadership role supporting the Head Chef
- Creative input into menu development, specials, and new dishes
- Overseeing daily prep, service, and kitchen organisation
- Maintaining high standards of quality, consistency, and presentation
- Training, supporting, and motivating junior team members
- Ensuring smooth service during busy periods
- Upholding food safety, hygiene, and kitchen compliance standards
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a professional kitchen, ideally Sous level
- Strong cooking skills and excellent attention to detail
- Confident leading sections and supporting the Head Chef
- Experience in a high‑volume, customer‑focused environment
- Knowledge of kitchen operations and food safety regulations
- Positive “can‑do” attitude with great communication skills
- Well‑organised, punctual, enthusiastic, and proactive
- Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure
- Own transport or living locally is essential
Why Join Us?
- Daytime hours and a genuine work/life balance
- Competitive salary: up to £36,000 depending on experience
- Generous tips/service charge
- Free parking
- Staff meals
- Employee discounts across our farm shop, café, and events
- Company pension
- Christmas & Boxing Day off
- Supportive, energetic team environment
- Real creative input into our menu and specials
- A unique workplace on a free‑range hen farm producing freshly prepared, innovative brunch dishes
Learn more: www.yolkfarm.co.uk
This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Sous Chef looking to progress in a dynamic, quality‑focused kitchen.
Pay: Up to £36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
