Love proper cooking? Looking to work alongside a talented Head Chef and be part of an independent pub group that genuinely invests in its people?
If so, we'd love to hear from you.
We're looking for a Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at The Tivoli in the heart of Cheltenham.
Working alongside our Head Chef, Katie, you'll help lead a busy, friendly kitchen producing honest, seasonal British pub food using quality ingredients and traditional cooking techniques.
If you enjoy game, offal, proper stocks and sauces, local produce and straightforward cooking done really well, you'll fit right in. No micro herbs, no tweezers and definitely no unnecessary fuss.
The Tivoli is a thriving, food-led pub with around 100 covers, two private dining rooms and a loyal local following. We change our menu every month, run weekly specials and take real pride in serving great pub food without overcomplicating it.
Accommodation is available for the right candidate in the form of a fully furnished, private one-bedroom flat above the pub. The Tivoli is also just a 15 minute walk from Cheltenham Spa railway station.
Why join us?
We believe the best kitchens are built by people who genuinely enjoy coming to work.
That's why we've built a business where people stay. We invest in our chefs, promote from within and create kitchens where people can learn, develop and enjoy what they do.
Many of our Head Chefs and senior managers have progressed through the business, and we're proud to give ambitious chefs genuine opportunities to build long-term careers with us.
Our owners remain actively involved across all of our pubs, and our Executive Chef works closely with every kitchen, providing support, mentoring and development across the group.
What you'll receive
- £43,000 package
- 48-hour contracted week
- Consecutive days off guaranteed
- Rotas actively managed to avoid burnout
- Accommodation available – a fully furnished private one bedroom flat above the pub
- Christmas Day off guaranteed
- Company pension
- Staff meals whilst on duty
- 25% discount on food and drink across all our pubs
- Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
- Twice yearly company staff parties
- Structured training and development
- Genuine opportunities to progress across our growing pub group
The Role
As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with Head Chef Katie to help lead the kitchen, maintain exceptional standards and inspire the team.
This is a hands on role where you'll lead by example, support the development of junior chefs and play a key role in delivering consistently excellent food.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen
- Leading and motivating the kitchen team during service
- Preparing and cooking fresh, seasonal dishes to a consistently high standard
- Assisting with menu development and weekly specials
- Managing kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence
- Training and developing junior chefs
- Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards
- Supporting stock control, ordering and minimising waste
- Helping create a positive, professional and supportive kitchen culture
Who we're looking for
You'll ideally have experience as a:
- Sous Chef
- Junior Sous Chef
- Experienced Chef de Partie ready for the next step
Most importantly, you'll be someone who:
- Loves cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients
- Takes pride in producing quality British pub food
- Leads by example and enjoys developing others
- Stays calm and organised during busy services
- Has a positive attitude and enjoys working as part of a close-knit team
- Wants to build a long-term career with a successful independent pub group
About Us
The Tivoli is part of a small collection of highly regarded pubs owned by Pete and Tom.
Alongside The Tivoli, we also own The Bell Inn, Langford, The Lamb Inn, Shipton-under-Wychwood, The Fox, Broadwell, The Sherborne Arms, Northleach and The Hawthorn, Shepherd's Bush.
Across the group we've earned national recognition, including GQ Pub of the Year, The Times Pub of the Year, and a Michelin Bib Gourmand at The Bell, which we've proudly retained for five consecutive years.
While we're proud of the awards, we're even prouder of the people behind them. Many of our chefs and front-of-house teams have been with us for years because we've created supportive workplaces where people are trusted, respected and given genuine opportunities to develop.
If you're looking for a kitchen where you'll cook proper food, learn from experienced chefs, enjoy coming to work and have the option of high quality accommodation in the heart of Cheltenham, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £43,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
