Senior Sous Chef - Fresh Food Gastro Pub

COREcruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gastro pub group in the United Kingdom is looking for a Senior Sous Chef for their Marks Cross location in Sussex. The role includes supporting the Head Chef, delivering seasonal menus, and leading a team during peak service periods. Candidates should have experience in fresh food environments and demonstrate strong organizational skills. Salary offered is £32,000 with additional tronc and potential for development into future Head Chef roles.

Benefits

Development into future Head Chef roles

Work with quality seasonal produce

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Sous or Sous chef in a fresh food environment.
• Background in fresh food pubs or restaurants.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef across all areas of the kitchen.
• Deliver seasonal menus and daily specials.
• Lead sections during busy services.
• Train and support junior chefs.
• Assist with stock, ordering and GP control.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Ability to motivate a team

Keen interest in seasonal cooking

Job description

Senior Sous Chef – Fresh Food Gastro Pub – Marks Cross, Sussex

Our client operates a group of fresh food gastro pubs across Kent and Sussex. The focus is on seasonal dishes, cooked from scratch, using suppliers from the surrounding area. Menus change with the year and reflect what is grown and landed nearby. Guests enjoy relaxed, friendly dining and consistent plates prepared with care. You join a kitchen culture that values standards and personal pride in your work.

About the role

• You support the Head Chef across all areas of the kitchen
• You help deliver seasonal menus and daily specials
• You lead sections during busy services
• You train and support junior chefs
• You assist with stock, ordering and GP control

The offer

• Salary £32,000
• Tronc around £7,000
• Development into future Head Chef roles
• Work with quality seasonal produce

Your background

• Experience as a Senior Sous or Sous
• Background in fresh food pubs or restaurants
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to motivate a team
• Keen interest in seasonal cooking

Apply today.