Sous Chef

Black Rock Restaurants; Brighton, Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food-led pub in Brighton is looking for a passionate Sous Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. The ideal candidate will support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality dishes and will have the opportunity to inspire junior chefs and maintain exceptional kitchen standards. This role includes responsibilities such as training the kitchen team, managing day-to-day operations, and contributing to menu development. Competitive salary and opportunities for real growth within the group are offered.

Benefits

Free food and drinks on shift

50% staff discount at all restaurants

Flexible hours and shift patterns

Extra holiday for first five years

Cycle to Work scheme

Team incentives and rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen operations and high-quality food service.
• Ability to train and motivate kitchen staff.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in the daily kitchen operations.
• Supervise, train, and motivate the kitchen team.
• Maintain hygiene and HACCP standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Food preparation

Hygiene standards

Team motivation

Job description

Role: Sous Chef

Site: Crazy Goose

Location: Brighton

Overview

Join One of Brighton’s Hidden Gems, opening in January 2026! We’re a food-led pub and dining room offering premium, classic British dishes with creative twists. A relaxed spot for weekday dining, delicious cocktails, or a cosy pint with friends.

Be part of a passionate and dynamic Kitchen team at one of Brighton’s premium dining pubs — a stylish yet relaxed spot loved by locals, foodies, families, and weekend socialisers. As Sous Chef, you’ll support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional dishes, leading the pass, and keeping standards high across every section. From driving consistency in service to inspiring and developing junior chefs, you’ll play a key role in shaping the kitchen culture and guest experience. With vibrant weekends, cosy weekday dining, and a supportive brigade, it’s the perfect place to grow your culinary craft and step confidently into senior kitchen leadership.

Part of the award-winning Black Rock Restaurant Group, a family unique, passionate, and food-led venues in Brighton & London.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Head Chef in running all day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food, smooth service, and consistent standards.

Work closely with the FOH, Bar & Sales teams to ensure a top-notch customer journey from start to finish.

Lead food preparation, oversee pass and be able to step into any section as needed to maintain an efficient service.

Maintain strong product and supplier knowledge, assisting with ordering, stock control, and achieving agreed food cost targets.

Supervise, train, and motivate the kitchen team, supporting onboarding, development plans, and high standards of behaviour and performance.

Ensure all work areas, storage, and equipment are clean, organised, and compliant with hygiene and HACCP requirements.

Collaborate with the Head Chef and GM to drive team culture, support communication, and deliver on operational and financial goals.

Uphold company policies, food safety, fire safety, and health & safety procedures, identifying and addressing hazards promptly.

Contribute to menu development, team meetings, and continuous improvement, ensuring kitchen standards and guest expectations are consistently exceeded.

What We Offer in Return

We believe in investing in our people. That’s why we offer a great professional environment, and opportunities for real growth within one of the UK's most respected hospitality groups.

• A truly competitive pay package
• Free food and drinks on shift
• Team incentives, trips and rewards
• 50% staff discount at all our restaurants for you, your friends & family
• An extra day’s holiday every year for your first five years
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn money per successful hire
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Flexible hours and shift patterns

By joining Black Rock Restaurants, you will become part of one of the leading restaurants groups. At Blackrock Restaurant Group we pride ourselves recruiting strong passionate individuals that thrive working in hospitality and being part of an established team. Great progression opportunities available across the group to any future stars from all departments.

If you want to be part of something special then come and be part of the friendliest team in town, we would love to hear from you.

Compensation: Competitive salary