Sous Chef

Shepherd Neame Limited; Colwyn Bay; Presencial; GBP 17.000 - 25.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive hourly pay plus tips

Early wage withdrawal scheme

25% discount on food and drink at Shep

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Up to 40% off select purchases fromour

Exclusive discounts via Sheps Hut

Workplace Mental Health Platform

Company pension plan

Career development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Descripción de la vacante

The Hamlet Court pub is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and lead the kitchen team at this busy site in Westcliff. You will help deliver consistent, high-quality dishes and manage daily operations with a focus on hygiene and efficiency.

We offer flexible working hours, competitive hourly pay with tips, staff discounts on food and drink, a pension, career development across our pubs, Brewery and Support Office, plus opportunities to contribute ideas for menus and seasonal

Formación

• Leadership and team management capabilities.
• Strong focus on food hygiene and safety standards.
• Ability to contribute to menu development and seasonal specials.

Responsabilidades

• Assist Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and team leadership.
• Take responsibility for kitchen sections, ensuring dishes meet standards.
• Mentor and develop junior chefs; foster a positive, productive environment.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and compliance.
• Contribute ideas for menu development and seasonal specials.
• Help with stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team management

Food hygiene

Menu development

Descripción del empleo

The Hamlet Court

Employment type: Part Time

Contract: Permanent

Salary: per hour

Sous Chef – Take the Next Step with Britain’s Oldest Brewer!

At Shepherd Neame, we know that great food is at the heart of a memorable experience. As a Sous Chef, you’ll play a key leadership role in the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and leading the team to deliver exceptional quality and consistency. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced chef ready to progress their career.

Where You’ll Be Working

The Hamlet Court is a thriving pub & 1restaurant with a function room in the centre of Westcliff, renowned for delicious food, pre-theatre dining, and live music nights. Much loved by its customers, the Hamlet Court’s traditional values and character have been a major part of the local community for a quarter of a century and having recently undergone a well-earned refurbishment, our pub has retained its warmth and popularity within Westcliff.

What You’ll Do

• Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and team leadership.
• Take responsibility for sections of the kitchen, ensuring dishes meet company standards.
• Mentor and develop junior chefs, fostering a positive and productive environment.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and compliance at all times.
• Contribute ideas for menu development and seasonal specials.
• Help with stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation.

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive hourly pay plus a share of tips
• Early wage withdrawal scheme
• 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight stays at Managed House Hotels
• Up to 40% off select purchases from our Visitor Centre Shop in Faversham
• Exclusive discounts via Sheps Hut on hundreds of high street brands
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension plan
• Career development opportunities across our pubs, Brewery, and Support Office
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle

What You’ll Need

We’re looking for behaviours that make a great Sous Chef:

• Working Together – you inspire confidence, guide others positively and enjoy working collaboratively and supporting colleagues.
• Pride and Passion – you care about quality, presentation, ensure consistency and high standards.
• Sheps Spirit – you bring enthusiasm and a passion for food.
• Authenticity – you stay calm and proactive when things get busy.

Why Shepherd Neame?

Our culture is built on Sheps Spirit, Working Together, Pride and Passion, and Authenticity - values that have guided us for over 300 years. When you join us, you become part of a team that celebrates tradition while shaping the future.

Ready to bring your personality and passion to the kitchen?

Sous Chef

The Hamlet Court

Permanent

per hour