Senior Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen, Mentor Team, Elevate Menu

Wadworth & Co Ltd; Castle Combe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount off food, drink and accomod‑?

Tips

Flexible working opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Accommodation provided (subject to avl

Double pay on Christmas Day

Wagestream

Training & development opportunities

Career progression within growing est

Recognition for great work and livings

Job summary

Wadworth's White Hart in Castle Combe is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the kitchen leadership team. You will support the Head Chef, lead the kitchen crew and ensure high-quality dishes, exceptional standards and smooth service.

With strong culinary skills and a passion for developing people, you’ll drive consistency, manage costs and safety, and stand in for the Head Chef when required. A great opportunity to grow with a historic pub group.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or experienced Chef de Partie is essential.
• Strong culinary skills and a passion for developing both people and food.
• Excellent communication abilities and leadership qualities.
• Commitment to high standards, food quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen management.
• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team to deliver high standards.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes to specification and high standards.
• Take responsibility for kitchen operations in Head Chef's absence.
• Assist with menu implementation, stock control, ordering and waste minimisation.
• Maintain food hygiene, food safety and health & safety standards.
• Support recruitment, training and development of junior chefs.
• Manage service periods to ensure smooth operation.
• Drive quality, consistency and profitability through kitchen management.
• Collaborate with front-of-house teams to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Menu planning

Food safety

Team development

Job description

Wadworth's White Hart in Castle Combe is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the kitchen leadership team. You will support the Head Chef, lead the kitchen crew and ensure high-quality dishes, exceptional standards and smooth service.

With strong culinary skills and a passion for developing people, you’ll drive consistency, manage costs and safety, and stand in for the Head Chef when required. A great opportunity to grow with a historic pub group.