Senior Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen, Menus & Team Development

Seafood Pub Company; West Lancashire; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Flexible shifts

Food discount

Hotel discount

Training programs

Paid on demand pay

Job summary

The Hesketh Arms in Rufford, part of Seafood Pub Company, is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team ahead of reopening after a full refurbishment. You will support the Head Chef, lead a skilled team, and contribute to the seafood-focused menu. The role offers up to £40,000 per year with service charge, plus tips, profit share, flexible shifts, and staff discounts.

Training starts 26 October 2026 with potential early starts at sister sites for training.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef in a kitchen environment.
• Passion for seafood and hospitality.
• Impeccable standards with a collaborative approach.
• Excellent communication and team leadership qualities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with kitchen operations and planning.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Assist in creating and updating the specials menu.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, cleanliness and efficiency.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

The Hesketh Arms in Rufford, part of Seafood Pub Company, is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team ahead of reopening after a full refurbishment. You will support the Head Chef, lead a skilled team, and contribute to the seafood-focused menu. The role offers up to £40,000 per year with service charge, plus tips, profit share, flexible shifts, and staff discounts.

Training starts 26 October 2026 with potential early starts at sister sites for training.