Sous Chef

Smyth Companies, LLC; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Career development

Discounts

Beautiful boutique hotel setting

Job summary

Smyth Companies, LLC is seeking a talented Sous Chef for a boutique hotel near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. You will work closely with the Head Chef to maintain high standards across restaurant, events, and private dining.

We are looking for an experienced chef who is passionate about seasonal ingredients, with strong leadership and communication skills. This full-time role requires 48 hours per week, including evenings and weekends, with a competitive salary and staff meals.

Qualifications

• Experienced Chef de Partie or Sous Chef ready to take the next step
• Confident leading a kitchen team in a busy environment
• Committed to high standards of food quality and presentation
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef with smooth kitchen operations
• Lead and motivate kitchen team during service
• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes using seasonal produce
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and HACCP compliance
• Assist with menu development and daily specials
• Manage stock, orders and minimize waste
• Train and support junior team members
• Cover Head Chef in their absence

Skills

Chef de Partie/Sous Chef

Team leadership

Calm under pressure

Communication

Creativity

Job description

Sous Chef

Boutique Hotel | Near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

We are looking for a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at our beautiful boutique hotel near Bury St Edmunds.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated chef who enjoys working with fresh, seasonal ingredients and takes pride in delivering consistently high-quality food in a professional, welcoming environment.

The Role

Working closely with the Head Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping to lead the team and maintain excellent standards across our restaurant, events and private dining operations.

You will be responsible for:

• Supporting the Head Chef with the smooth running of the kitchen
• Leading and motivating the kitchen team during service
• Preparing and cooking high-quality dishes using fresh, seasonal produce
• Maintaining consistently high standards of food presentation and quality
• Assisting with menu development and daily specials
• Ensuring excellent food hygiene, health & safety and HACCP standards
• Managing stock, ordering and minimising food waste
• Training and supporting junior members of the team
• Taking responsibility for the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• An experienced Chef de Partie/Sous Chef ready to take the next step, or an established Sous Chef
• Passionate about food and hospitality
• Confident leading a team in a busy kitchen environment
• Organised, reliable and calm under pressure
• Creative, with a genuine interest in seasonal and locally sourced ingredients
• Committed to maintaining high standards
• A positive team player with excellent communication skills

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• Opportunity to work within a beautiful boutique hotel setting
• Fresh, seasonal ingredients and a quality-focused kitchen
• A supportive and friendly team
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Staff meals
• Company benefits and discounts
• A role with genuine input into menus and the direction of the kitchen

Location: Near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

Position: Full-time, permanent

Salary: £40,000 - £42,000 per annum, depending on experience plus Tronc

Hours: 48 hours per week, including evenings, weekends and occasional events

If you’re a passionate chef looking for your next opportunity and would love to be part of a quality-driven boutique hotel, we’d love to hear from you.