Sous Chef

Bluebird Inn; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned pub and inn in Blackburn is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join their kitchen team. You will lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence and ensure high standards of food quality and presentation. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in a busy kitchen environment. Competitive salary and fantastic employee benefits including discounts and profit sharing are offered.

Benefits

Annual profit share

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food when on shift

Discounted hotel stays

Wellbeing support

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Ability to maintain high standards in a busy kitchen.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Support menu development and stock management.
• Ensure high standards are maintained.

Skills

Lead kitchen team

Menu development

Stock management

Training junior staff

Attention to detail

Job description

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We are looking for a Sous Chef to join the talented kitchen team.

What we offer our Sous Chefs:

• Annual profit share, ensuring you share in the success of the company
• 30% discount on food and drink across our pubs and inns for you and friends and family
• 50% off food when on shift
• Discounted stays in our hotels and inns
• A fair share of tips
• Wellbeing support with our Employee Assistance Programme
• Great opportunities to grow in your role and progress your career
• Access to JW BenefitHub, giving you access to a huge range of high street and online discounts

What a Sous Chef does at JW Lees:

• Lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence
• Support with menu development, stock management and maintaining a safe and compliant kitchen
• Provide guidance to junior kitchen staff members
• Ensure that high standards and attention to detail are maintained, working with the team to achieve and maintain 5* Scores on the doors
• Continuously motivate the team to make sure that fresh, quality food is presented each time
• The Sous Chef plays an integral role in training and development of junior team members

About JW Lees:

Proudly family-owned and nearly 200 years old, JW Lees is the original modern, traditional brewer. With 150 pubs, inns, and hotels across the North West and North Wales, we are passionate about great beer, fantastic food, and memorable experiences.

We put people at the heart of our business, always doing the right thing and always sticking together. Our six values are at the heart of everything we do:

Proud - Savvy - Honest - Passionate - Personal - Together