Sous Chef
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Job Location:
Hertfordshire - UK
Yearly Salary:
£ 4000 - 6000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Sous Chef 2 AA Rosette Gastro Pub Package up to 44000 Live-In
Location: Letchworth Hertfordshire (6 minutes from Letchworth train station)
Salary & Package: base tronc ( per year) Package up to 44000
Accommodation: Live-in available (62.50/week freshly renovated double room with new furniture & housekeeping)
Accolades: 2 AA Rosettes Michelin Guide listed 5 Star EHO AA Breakfast Award Pushing for a Bib Gourmand
The Opportunity
Were looking for a talented Sous Chef to join the team at a prestigious award-winning gastro pub with eight bespoke bedrooms a stylish bar and a highly regarded restaurant. Recognised with 2 AA Rosettes featured in the Michelin Guide and proudly holding a 5 Star EHO rating the pub is now pushing towards a Bib Gourmand.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a kitchen that cooks 90% of everything in-house with a calm and supportive Head Chef who believes in training teamwork and learning from mistakes. The environment is professional yet comfortable offering the chance to thrive in a kitchen where development is valued as highly as consistency.
Your Role as Sous Chef
Support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen and daily operations
Deliver exceptional food quality and presentation across all sections
Mentor and develop junior chefs creating a culture of learning and growth
Contribute to seasonal menu development and specials with input into creative ideas
Manage ordering suppliers stock and kitchen organisation
Ensure food safety and hygiene standards remain at the highest level
Lead by example setting the tone for teamwork calmness and consistency
What Were Looking For
Previous experience as a Sous Chef or ambitious Junior Sous ready to step up
Strong understanding of fresh seasonal and locally sourced produce
Passion for creativity in the kitchen with precision and consistency
Calm positive and professional under pressure
A true team player who supports colleagues and drives standards forward
Why Join Us
Package up to 44000 (base tronc)
Live-in accommodation available (62.50/week fully serviced)
Training and development schemes with courses in areas such as chocolate butchery and wine
Supplier trips and foraging days offering hands-on learning experiences
Generous staff discounts across the group (food beverage and stays)
Cycle-to-work scheme
30 days holiday (increasing with service)
Free meals on duty
Supportive culture with a calm approachable Head Chef and a team where mistakes are seen as opportunities to grow
Apply Now
If youre a Sous Chef looking to join an award-winning kitchen that combines accolades with a supportive culture and genuine learning opportunities wed love to hear from you.
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Kitchen Experience
- Labor Cost Analysis
- Catering
- Cooking
- Cost Control
- Sanitation
- Knife Skills
