Creative Sous Chef - Flexible Hours, Tips & Growth

Le Strange Arms; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives

Flexible hours

Tips via Wagestream

Staff days out

Trips abroad

Room discounts

Chestnut Hub discounts

Staff meals included

Referral scheme

Job summary

Chestnut is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join our Ipswich kitchen team. We pride ourselves on fresh, locally sourced food and culinary creativity, delivering exceptional guest experiences under the Head Chef's guidance.

You will ensure every dish meets high standards, oversee inventory and cost controls, and uphold health and safety. Work closely with colleagues to maintain a positive, motivated kitchen culture and continuous improvement in service.

Qualifications

• Experience as a sous chef or in a similar kitchen role.
• Strong eye for detail and quality.
• Familiarity with inventory management and cost control.
• Commitment to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure every dish meets high standards for taste, presentation and consistency.
• Manage kitchen operations, including inventory, cost control, and health & safety compliance.
• Collaborate with Head Chef to foster a positive, motivated team environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Inventory management

Cost control

Health & safety compliance

Tools

Kitchen operations

Job description

Chestnut is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join our Ipswich kitchen team. We pride ourselves on fresh, locally sourced food and culinary creativity, delivering exceptional guest experiences under the Head Chef's guidance.

You will ensure every dish meets high standards, oversee inventory and cost controls, and uphold health and safety. Work closely with colleagues to maintain a positive, motivated kitchen culture and continuous improvement in service.