Creative Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Ripon Bid Ltd.; Ripon; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ripon Inn in Ripon, England, is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join a busy, high-standards kitchen. You will work closely with the Head Chef to showcase fresh ingredients and drive consistency across dishes.

You’ll manage a kitchen team, contribute to menu development and costing, handle stock control and supplier orders, and cover the Head Chef in their absence. The role is fast-paced and collaborative, with a focus on delivering excellent guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience as a sous chef in a busy kitchen.
• Ability to work closely with the Head Chef to maintain high standards.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Good stock control, ordering, and kitchen hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef and lead kitchen activities to maintain quality and consistency.
• Manage a kitchen team and contribute to menu development and costing.
• Oversee stock control, supplier orders, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Cover the Head Chef in their absence and ensure smooth daily operations.

Job description

The Ripon Inn in Ripon, England, is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join a busy, high-standards kitchen. You will work closely with the Head Chef to showcase fresh ingredients and drive consistency across dishes.

You’ll manage a kitchen team, contribute to menu development and costing, handle stock control and supplier orders, and cover the Head Chef in their absence. The role is fast-paced and collaborative, with a focus on delivering excellent guest experiences.