Lead Sous Chef: Elevate Dishes, Build a Team, Benefits

The New World Trading Company; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts at venues across the group

Free meals on shift

Birthday and the day after off

Education subsidies

Wagestream financial wellbeing support

Hospitality Action support

Comprehensive training

Job summary

The Botanist Newcastle is seeking a Sous Chef to join the kitchen leadership team. You’ll support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional food while maintaining a positive, high-performing kitchen culture during busy services.

This role focuses on coaching, stock control, food safety and delivering memorable dining experiences. Previous Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie experience is desirable within The New World Trading Company family.

Qualifications

• Passion for leadership and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Proven culinary skills and high standards of food quality.
• Experience as Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations and maintain service standards.
• Maintain food quality, presentation and consistency across dishes.
• Coach and develop junior kitchen team members.
• Assist with stock control and food cost management.
• Ensure food safety and compliance with regulations.
• Deliver smooth and successful service with a positive atmosphere.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing kitchen culture.

Job description

The Botanist Newcastle is seeking a Sous Chef to join the kitchen leadership team. You’ll support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional food while maintaining a positive, high-performing kitchen culture during busy services.

This role focuses on coaching, stock control, food safety and delivering memorable dining experiences. Previous Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie experience is desirable within The New World Trading Company family.