Sous Chef – Billy Winter’s Bar & Diner (DT4 9JZ)
Salary: £31,500 + Tronc & Paid Overtime
Hours: 45 hours per week, Wednesday–Sunday (Sociable hours averaged across high/low seasons)
Billy Winter’s Bar & Diner is searching for an experienced Sous Chef to join our vibrant beachside team as our current, long standing sous chef is moving into a different role within the company. Located right on the shores of Portland Harbour, we are a thriving beach bar & diner known for fresh local produce, seafood, and a street-food–inspired menu.
We’re looking for a talented chef with a proven track record in a similar role—someone who can lead by example, maintain high standards, and bring passion and creativity to our kitchen.
The Role
As Sous Chef, you will:
- Oversee and manage daily kitchen operations
- Inspire creativity and contribute to menu development
- Prepare, cost and refine menu items
- Maintain consistency through portion control and waste management
- Manage stock and ordering
- Complete company health & safety procedures and documentation
- Lead service during busy, fast-paced periods
- Uphold company values and represent the business positively
- Plan resources, including rota management, deals, event offerings and menu changes
- Support and develop the kitchen team to deliver outstanding service
A passion for local ingredients, fresh seasonal produce and seafood is essential, along with strong organisational skills and experience working in a high-pressure environment.
What We Offer
- 2 consecutive days off every week
- Christmas period off every year – guaranteed time to rest and celebrate with loved ones.
- Staff discount & complimentary meal per year at our sister site The Crab House Cafe
- Paid overtime for all additional hours worked.
- Generous share of tronc, reflecting our commitment to fairly rewarding every team member for their contribution.
- Enhanced holiday entitlement that increases with length of service.
- Industry-standard Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for staff & families
- A supportive, family-run environment with opportunities to grow
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £31,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Chef: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
