Hands-on Sous Chef | Lead a Fresh Kitchen in Newcastle

Pho; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals at work

50% off food and drink in restaurants

Get paid every 2 weeks (Wagestream)

Annual parties

Refer-a-friend bonus (£100-£1000 per)

Company pension

Comprehensive training

Job summary

Pho in Newcastle is seeking a Sous Chef to join our busy kitchen. You will support the Head Chef, mentor junior cooks and help manage multiple kitchen sections with a hands-on approach and a passion for fresh, flavoursome dishes.

The role emphasizes strong food-safety knowledge and the ability to lead a team in a busy restaurant environment, while contributing to our high standards and training during the initial weeks and beyond.

Qualifications

• Hands-on chefs who are passionate about cooking fresh, vibrant and flavoursome food.
• Second Chef or Sous Chef with minimum 1 year in the role.
• Experience being second in command in a kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and managing compliance with health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• SupportHead Chef and mentor wok, line and salad chefs.
• Be hands-on across kitchen sections and lead by example.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and kitchen hygiene.
• Assist with managerial duties and team coordination.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Mentoring

Hands-on cookery

Job description

Pho in Newcastle is seeking a Sous Chef to join our busy kitchen. You will support the Head Chef, mentor junior cooks and help manage multiple kitchen sections with a hands-on approach and a passion for fresh, flavoursome dishes.

The role emphasizes strong food-safety knowledge and the ability to lead a team in a busy restaurant environment, while contributing to our high standards and training during the initial weeks and beyond.