Sous Chef

Royal Tankerton; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early wage withdrawal

Food & drink discounts

Discounts on overnight stays

Shop discounts

Mental health platform

Company pension

Career development

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Shepherd Neame is seeking a Sous Chef at Singleton Barn, just outside Ashford, to support the Head Chef and lead the kitchen team in delivering high quality, consistent dishes.

The role is permanent and full-time with opportunities across our pubs, Brewery, and Support Office. Competitive pay, flexible hours, discounts, pension, and career development are included.

Qualifications

• Experience as a chef with leadership responsibilities.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and maintain high kitchen standards.
• Strong hygiene, safety and compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and team leadership.
• Take responsibility for sections of the kitchen, ensuring dishes meet company standards.
• Mentor and develop junior chefs, fostering a positive and productive environment.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and compliance at all times.
• Contribute ideas for menu development and seasonal specials.
• Help with stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentor juniors

Hygiene & safety

Menu development ideas

Stock control

Flexible hours

Job description

Employment type: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: 34,445.00 per annum

Sous Chef – Take the Next Step with Britain’s Oldest Brewer!

At Shepherd Neame, we know that great food is at the heart of a memorable experience. As a Sous Chef, you’ll play a key leadership role in the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and leading the team to deliver exceptional quality and consistency. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced chef ready to progress their career.

Where You’ll Be Working

The Singleton Barn is a tithe barn dating back to 1631 and a pub where history and heritage combines with contemporary style to stunning effect. Located just outside of Ashford in Singleton, the pub is easy to reach by car or bus, and is a short journey from Ashford International Station. Family friendly, with a large garden and play area for the kids, Singleton Barn is also one of the most popular pubs in Ashford for live sport. The pub offers a delicious menu of freshly prepared dishes and tempting daily specials from the blackboard.

What You’ll Do

• Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and team leadership.
• Take responsibility for sections of the kitchen, ensuring dishes meet company standards.
• Mentor and develop junior chefs, fostering a positive and productive environment.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and compliance at all times.
• Contribute ideas for menu development and seasonal specials.
• Help with stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation.

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive hourly pay plus a share of tips
• Early wage withdrawal scheme
• 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight stays at Managed House Hotels
• Up to 40% off select purchases from our Visitor Centre Shop in Faversham
• Exclusive discounts via Sheps Hut on hundreds of high street brands
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension plan
• Career development opportunities across our pubs, Brewery, and Support Office
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle

What You’ll Need

We’re looking for behaviours that make a great Sous Chef:

• Working Together – you inspire confidence, guide others positively and enjoy working collaboratively and supporting colleagues.
• Pride and Passion – you care about quality, presentation, ensure consistency and high standards.
• Sheps Spirit – you bring enthusiasm and a passion for food.
• Authenticity – you stay calm and proactive when things get busy.

Why Shepherd Neame?

Our culture is built on Sheps Spirit, Working Together, Pride and Passion, and Authenticity - values that have guided us for over 300 years. When you join us, you become part of a team that celebrates tradition while shaping the future.

Ready to bring your personality and passion to the kitchen?