Creative Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen & Menu Innovation

The Inn Collection Group; Ripon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra paid holiday

Lead-Inn development program

Paid breaks

50% off food

Stay at inn £1 (Jan–Mar)

1/3 off room bookings

£50 same-day bookings

15% off bed & breakfast for loved ones

Employee Assistance Programme

Give-inn back

Best Pub Employer award

Job summary

The Ripon Inn, part of The Inn Collection Group, is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to lead our kitchen team. You will work closely with the Head Chef to deliver fresh, high-quality dishes reflecting our standards.

You will oversee stock, ordering, and cleanliness while mentoring a talented team in a fast-paced environment. The role involves collaboration across kitchen, front-of-house and management to ensure exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Energetic and passionate about food.
• Capable of working in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage a talented kitchen team and contribute to menu development and costing.
• Oversee stock control, ordering from nominated suppliers, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Step in for Head Chef and manage daily operations in their absence.
• Collaborate with front-of-house and management to ensure a seamless guest experience.

Job description

The Ripon Inn, part of The Inn Collection Group, is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to lead our kitchen team. You will work closely with the Head Chef to deliver fresh, high-quality dishes reflecting our standards.

You will oversee stock, ordering, and cleanliness while mentoring a talented team in a fast-paced environment. The role involves collaboration across kitchen, front-of-house and management to ensure exceptional guest experiences.