Lead Sous Chef — Flexible Shifts, Growth & Perks

Greyhound; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Brand discounts across brands

Wagestream access

Opportunities for qualifications

Progression opportunities

Gym discounts

Team socials

Pension and paid holiday

Free shares

Employee helpline

Job summary

Greyhound at Vintage Inns seeks a hands-on Sous Chef with a passion for great food and team development. You’ll run a section, coach chefs, and lead the team in the Head Chef’s absence, ensuring consistent quality across a branded menu.

You’ll be part of Mitchells & Butlers, enjoying competitive salary, progression opportunities, and extensive staff benefits. Flexible shifts, discounts across brands, and a supportive, sociable team culture are on offer.

Qualifications

• Experience as sous chef or senior kitchen role.
• Proven ability to train and develop a kitchen team.
• Strong knowledge of health and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead your section and ensure the team works as one.
• Train and inspire your team to deliver food you’re proud of.
• Support Head Chef with ordering, prep, and stock control.
• Manage a branded menu with consistency and quality.
• Oversee kitchen team performance and health/safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Team training

Stock control

Food safety

Time management

Education

Culinary qualification or cookery training

Tools

Food ordering systems

Job description

Greyhound at Vintage Inns seeks a hands-on Sous Chef with a passion for great food and team development. You’ll run a section, coach chefs, and lead the team in the Head Chef’s absence, ensuring consistent quality across a branded menu.

You’ll be part of Mitchells & Butlers, enjoying competitive salary, progression opportunities, and extensive staff benefits. Flexible shifts, discounts across brands, and a supportive, sociable team culture are on offer.