Lead Sous Chef — Inspire, Train & Elevate the Kitchen

The Stretton Fox; Stretton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

33% discount across brands

20% discount for friends and family

Wagestream financial toolkit

Paid qualifications

Career progression opportunities

Gym membership discounts

Team socials

Job summary

The Stretton Fox, part of Mitchells & Butlers Vintage Inns, is seeking a Sous Chef who is passionate about superb food and developing a great team. You will run a section and lead the team in the Head Chef's absence, ensuring consistency and high standards in a cosy rural-pub setting.

Join us to work flexible shifts, enjoy substantial brand discounts, Wagestream access, opportunities for funded qualifications, and clear progression paths as part of a supportive kitchen team.

Qualifications

• A passion for delivering great food and training people.
• Ability to lead a kitchen section and step in for Head Chef when needed.
• Strong understanding of health and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Be driven to smash targets with your team.
• Train and inspire your team to deliver food to be proud of.
• Support your Head Chef with food ordering, food preparation and stock control.
• Have mastered the art of working with a branded menu.
• Have confidence in managing Chefs and the wider Kitchen Team.
• Oversee that your team conforms to health and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Stock control

Food safety knowledge

Food preparation supervision

Job description

The Stretton Fox, part of Mitchells & Butlers Vintage Inns, is seeking a Sous Chef who is passionate about superb food and developing a great team. You will run a section and lead the team in the Head Chef's absence, ensuring consistency and high standards in a cosy rural-pub setting.

Join us to work flexible shifts, enjoy substantial brand discounts, Wagestream access, opportunities for funded qualifications, and clear progression paths as part of a supportive kitchen team.