Sous Chef

St Austell Brewery Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local hospitality company in Bristol is seeking a versatile Sous Chef to join their kitchen team. The role involves supporting the Head Chef in managing a fast-paced kitchen, following strict cooking procedures, and ensuring high-quality food preparation. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role and a genuine interest in food, along with adaptability and strong organizational skills. Attractive perks include discounts on food and drink, training opportunities, and a family-friendly working environment.

Benefits

30% off food and drink

50% off overnight stays

£150 towards a stay in one of our pubs

Discount scheme across retailers

Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours

Flexible working

Paid time off to volunteer

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lead a kitchen team and follow procedures accurately.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef in leading the kitchen team.
• Ensure correct cooking procedures and specifications are followed.
• Adapt menu offerings to meet business and guest needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Interest in food

Stock management systems

Job description

The Wellington lies at the top of Bristol’s iconic Gloucester Road, a stretch that has long been seen as the epitome of the city’s independent spirit. We’re popular with locals and visitors alike throughout the year, thanks to a quality food offering, warm welcome, and comfy hotel-style accommodation.

Are you a versatile Sous Chef with experience of working in a fast-paced environment? Join our talented kitchen team and you’ll be working alongside passionate people, with locally sourced produce, to provide high quality food that delights our guests. As Sous Chef, you will support your Head Chef in leading our talented kitchen team while ensuring the correct procedures are followed and specifications for each dish are precisely met. You will utilise the flexibility enabled by our menu writing processes, to help adapt our offer to meet the needs of our business and our guests.

What we offer …

• 30% off food and drink and 50% off overnight stays in our pubs
• £150 towards a stay in one of our pubs
• Discount scheme across hundreds of retailers
• Great training and opportunities to progress
• Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours (up to the value of £10)
• Family-friendly, flexible working
• Paid time off to volunteer

Our Chefs …

• Are well organised, adaptable, with a genuine interest in food
• Take pride in keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and safe
• Are key to keeping our kitchen running efficiently even at our busiest times
• Are confident users of stock management systems

We’d love you to join our family!

Apply now or contact [e-mail] for more information

Additional info

StAustell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.

Early applications are encouraged as we’ll review applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Please note that we politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. Speculative CVs from recruitment agencies won’t be accepted, nor the fees associated with them.