Junior Sous Chef

The Kings Head Inn; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The King’s Head Inn, nestled in Newton under Roseberry, is a quintessential country pub in Captain Cook Country, proudly linked with the Inn Collection Group. It benefits from easy access to the North York Moors and the Cleveland Way, offering a vibrant, rewarding kitchen environment.

As Junior Sous Chef, you’ll support the smooth operation of our kitchen, work with the Sous Chef and Head Chef to maintain high standards, handle stock and cleanliness, and lead by example when needed to deliver

Qualifications

• Hands-on cooking experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to maintain high kitchen standards and quality ingredients.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with kitchen, front-of-house and management.

Responsibilities

• Support the smooth operation of the kitchen.
• Assist in maintaining consistency across all areas of the kitchen.
• Handle stock control, supplier orders, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Lead the team when required to ensure a seamless dining experience.

Skills

Hands-on cooking

Team collaboration

Calm under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Job description

What makes the perfect pub? It’s great ales, delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm welcome from a team that’s at the heart of everything we do. The Inn Collection Group is a multi-award-winning pubs with rooms company, proudly located in some of the most outstanding destinations across the North of England and Wales. At ICG, we deliver exceptional hospitality by living and breathing our core values of respect, customer focused, warmth, , and honesty, all with the goal of Making People Happy.

How we say thank you!

• Celebrate your birthday with an extra paid holiday.
• Build your future with support from our Lead-Inn development program.
• Take the time you need to rest and recharge; Paid Breaks are on us.
• Enjoy 50% off food at any of our Inns
• Relax with a stay at any of our Inns during January, February, and March for just £1.
• Take advantage of the chance to explore our beautiful locations, with 1/3 off room bookings all year round.
• Experience a spontaneous trip away with £50 on same day bookings
• It’s not just for you—your loved ones can enjoy 15% off bed and breakfast too!
• 24/7 confidential support is always there when you need it with our Employee Assistance Programme
• Tronc (…that’s tips to me and you)
• Contribute to a company that gives back through our Give-inn back scheme
• Join an award-winning team recognised as the Best Pub Employer at the Publican Awards.

Nestled in the picturesque village of Newton under Roseberry, The King’s Head Inn is a quintessential country pub, offering a welcoming atmosphere and a prime location in Captain Cook Country. With easy access to the stunning North York Moors National Park and the Cleveland Way, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy a vibrant, rewarding environment while surrounded by natural beauty.

You’ll Fit Right Inn

As Junior Sous Chef, you’ll play a key role in supporting the smooth operation of our kitchen, ensuring every dish reflects our high standards and showcases the best of fresh, quality ingredients. Working closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef, you’ll assist in maintaining consistency and excellence across all areas of the kitchen.

Your role combines hands-on cooking with supporting the team, ensuring service runs smoothly and efficiently. You’ll thrive in fast-paced environments, staying calm under pressure and meeting deadlines with precision. Your strong interpersonal skills will help you build great relationships with colleagues across the kitchen, front-of-house, and management teams.

In addition to cooking, you’ll assist with operational tasks such as stock control, supplier orders, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. You’ll step up to help lead the team when required, contributing to a seamless and enjoyable dining experience for our guests.

If you're passionate, eager to learn, and ready to contribute, we think you'll fit right inn…

In this role, Tele worked across multiple kitchen sections, gaining hands-on experience and sharpening her culinary abilities. Wacth Tele's Video to learn more. https://careers.inncollectiongroup.com/join-inn