Autonomy-Driven Sous Chef: Lead Menus & Team

Oli Aubrey-Thomas; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal development programme

Menu autonomy

Apprenticeship scheme

Culinary masterclasses

Free meals

Staff discount

Company Pension Scheme

28 Days Holiday

Job summary

The King Street Brew House in Cambridge is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead a busy kitchen. You’ll work closely with the Head Chef to create fresh, high-quality dishes and motivate a hands-on team in a welcoming, food-loving venue.

We offer development programmes, an apprenticeship track, regular masterclasses, free meals, staff discounts, a company pension, and 28 days’ holiday. If you’re creative, energetic and thrive under pressure, join our crew.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and developing a team in a busy kitchen.
• Excellent communication with front and back of house.
• Strong planning to manage GP and labour controls.
• Hands-on chef with passion for quality fresh food.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing kitchen team.
• Manage kitchen staff rota, training and health & safety.
• Design and deliver new dishes and daily specials alongside Head Chef.
• Drive sales and growth through kitchen-front collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Hands-on chef

Organisational

Sales growth

Job description

The King Street Brew House in Cambridge is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead a busy kitchen. You’ll work closely with the Head Chef to create fresh, high-quality dishes and motivate a hands-on team in a welcoming, food-loving venue.

We offer development programmes, an apprenticeship track, regular masterclasses, free meals, staff discounts, a company pension, and 28 days’ holiday. If you’re creative, energetic and thrive under pressure, join our crew.