Sous chef

Only Chefs Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Career progression

Free golf membership

Job summary

Only Chefs Ltd is seeking a passionate Chef to join our growing kitchen team during an exciting transformation. A complete menu redevelopment is underway to showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients and innovative dishes in a modern, open kitchen.

You will work with the team to create and deliver inspiring dishes, helping shape a refreshed menu and contribute ideas for our future food direction. A positive, collaborative mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh, quality food and presentation.
• Experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A positive attitude and team-focused approach.
• Creativity and enthusiasm for developing new dishes and menu concepts.

Responsibilities

• Work with the kitchen team to create and deliver inspiring dishes that align with the new menus.
• Contribute ideas and help shape refreshed menus and concepts.
• Assist in the transition during the brand-new open kitchen refurbishment.

Skills

Experience in busy kitchen

Passion for fresh food

Team player

Creativity

Job description

Join an Exciting New Chapter at Our Venue

We're looking for a passionate and talented Chef to join our growing kitchen team as we enter an exciting period of transformation.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of something special, with a complete menu redevelopment underway, showcasing fresh, seasonal ingredients and innovative dishes that will elevate our food offering to the next level.

What's New?

Exciting New Menus

Work alongside our team to create and deliver inspiring dishes, helping shape a refreshed menu designed to delight our guests and showcase the very best local produce.

Brand-New Open Kitchen Refurbishment

Be part of a modern, fully refurbished open kitchen concept where food takes centre stage. Our new kitchen will provide a dynamic, interactive environment, allowing chefs to showcase their skills and creativity in full view of our guests.

A Chance to Make Your Mark

We're not simply maintaining standards—we're raising them. This role offers the opportunity to contribute ideas, influence menus, and play a key role in the future direction of our food operation.

What We're Looking For

• Passion for fresh, quality food and presentation
• Experience in a busy kitchen environment
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A positive attitude and team-focused approach
• Creativity and enthusiasm for developing new dishes and menu concepts

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to be involved in menu development and specials creation
• Career progression within a growing business
• Staff discounts and benefits
• Free golf membership
• A modern, fully refurbished working environment
• The chance to be part of an exciting new food-led destination

If you're passionate about great food and want to be involved in a fresh, ambitious project with a stunning new kitchen and exciting menu direction, we'd love to hear from you.