Sous Chef

TN United Kingdom; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary scene is seeking a passionate Second Chef / Sous Chef to join a vibrant kitchen team in Canterbury. This role offers the opportunity to work with fresh, flavorful ingredients while supporting the Head Chef in daily operations. You will be part of a dynamic environment that values teamwork and creativity, ensuring that every dish served meets high standards of quality and taste. With a commitment to employee well-being and growth, this position comes with exciting perks like free meals and a comprehensive training program. If you are ready to elevate your culinary career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free fresh meals at work

50% off all food and drink

Get paid every 2 weeks

Annual parties

Referral bonus

Employer Assistance Program

Company pension

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Second Chef or Sous Chef.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and compliance with health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef with managerial duties.
• Mentor wok chefs, line chefs, and salad chefs.

Skills

Hands-on cooking

Food safety knowledge

Team support

Mentoring skills

Education

Culinary training

Job description

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Job Title: Second Chef / Sous Chef

We are looking for a Second Chef / Sous Chef to join our busy Pho restaurant in Canterbury.

Our kitchen has a wonderful team of chefs who work very hard and are great at what they do. It’s important we find the right Second Chef who is supportive, friendly, and hands-on, always ready to help in different sections of the kitchen.

Salary offer of up to £16.80 per hour, including earnings received through tronc.

Who and what is Pho?

Named after Vietnam's famous noodle soup - PHỞ. A rich bowl of broth, rice noodles, and plenty of meat (or veggies)! We also offer a variety of other delicious dishes on our menu:

• Freshly handmade spring & summer rolls
• Crunchy, fresh, and flavorful salads
• Delicious rich curries
• Wok-fried noodles topped with meat, tofu, or healthy vegetables

We have grown into a nationwide business, bringing our fresh food and fantastic service to cities and towns across the country, building a steady following of ‘Pho-natics’ wherever we go!

What Pho can offer you:

• Free fresh meals at work
• 50% off all food and drink when dining in our restaurants, for you and up to 5 friends!
• Get paid every 2 weeks, or faster with Wagestream
• Enjoy our annual parties — we love to work hard and play harder!
• Earn extra money if your friends join us (£100-£1000 bonus per friend)
• Confidential Employer Assistance Program for support with personal troubles
• Company pension
• Comprehensive training during your first few weeks and beyond

What Pho is looking for:

• Hands-on chefs passionate about cooking fresh, vibrant, and flavorful food
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Second Chef or Sous Chef
• Experience being second-in-command in a kitchen, assisting the Head Chef with managerial duties, and mentoring wok chefs, line chefs, and salad chefs
• Strong knowledge of food safety and compliance with health and safety regulations