Sous Chef

TN United Kingdom; Chipping Norton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub in Chipping Norton is seeking a Sous Chef to join their vibrant team. The role offers the opportunity to create seasonal menus, lead a dedicated team, and benefit from various training programs. With competitive pay and perks like free meals and discounts, this position is ideal for a passionate chef looking to grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Access to culinary masterclasses

Free meals on duty

20% discount in all Young’s pubs

Company pension scheme

28 days holiday per year

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or Senior CDP.
• Passion for fresh food and team leadership.
• Ability to manage kitchen staff and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Create seasonal menus and daily specials.
• Manage kitchen staff rota and training.
• Drive sales and engage with front-of-house teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Creativity

Education

Culinary qualification

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SousChef, £15 per hour plus tronc on top

Live out role

About us:

Nestled in the heart of the lovely market town of Chipping Norton lies The Blue Boar. A stunning pub dating from the 17th century offering a 'best of British' seasonal menu alongside a range of premium old & new world wines, international lagers, well-conditioned ales, and fantastic personal service from our small, friendly team. We're a busy pub serving great food every day and have a lively bar attracting locals and visitors alike.

What we offer our Sous Chefs:

• Access to our Sous Chef - Head Chef development programme: the majority of our head chefs are internal appointments.
• Autonomy to create your own seasonal menus and specials, alongside our core classics.
• Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme - Gain a nationally recognised qualification.
• Access to regular culinary masterclasses and training days to boost your skills.
• Free meals on duty.
• Generous share of tronc, paid weekly.
• 20% discount in all Young’s pubs and hotels.
• Share save scheme.
• Company pension scheme.
• 28 days holiday per year.

What we look for in a Sous Chef:

We are looking for an existing Sous Chef or Senior CDP seeking their next step, who considers themselves a natural leader with a passion and flair for producing quality fresh food in an environment that makes people feel welcome. As the successful Sous Chef, you will:

• Have experience championing excellent service through quality food.
• Demonstrate a passion for leading and developing a team.
• Be an active, hands-on chef with excellent communication skills.
• Be responsible and able to manage the kitchen staff rota, training, and all health and safety effectively at all times.
• Work alongside your Head Chef to demonstrate your creativity and ability by helping to design and deliver new seasonal dishes for our menus and daily specials.
• Demonstrate great planning and organizational skills, necessary to maintain effective controls regarding both GP and labour.
• Have a proactive approach to driving sales and delivering growth through engagement with both kitchen and front-of-house teams.