Sous Chef

Oli Aubrey-Thomas; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium pub in Farnham is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team and create high-quality dishes. The ideal candidate should possess leadership skills, a passion for fresh food, and be proactive in managing both kitchen staff and food preparation. This role offers competitive pay, development programs, and various perks including free meals and discounts. Join a vibrant environment committed to excellent service and culinary standards.

Benefits

Access to Sous Chef - Head Chef development Program

Autonomy to create menus

Regular culinary masterclasses

Free meals

20% discount in all pubs and hotels

Company Pension Scheme

28 Days Holiday per year

Qualifications

• Existing Sous Chef or Senior CDP seeking career advancement.
• Experience in delivering high-quality food and service.
• Ability to manage kitchen staff and maintain health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen team and facilitate effective training.
• Design and implement new dishes for menus and specials.
• Ensure high standards of food safety and hygiene.

Skills

Passion for fresh food

Effective communication skills

Leadership and team development

Planning and organizational skills

Problem-solving and creativity

Job description

Sous Chef

About us :

The Teller's Arms is the newest addition to Farnham's Castle Street.

Historically trading as a bank (hence the name) the time has now come to embrace this beautiful building and transform it into a glorious premium pub. The Teller's Arms has 9 boutique bedrooms, a bookable semi-private space and a stunning rooftop terrace. We strive to be the "go-to" place in Farnham; whether for a quick pint, a family lunch or dinner with friends.

Fresh food, amazing ales, an extensive wine list and a cracking environment.

We’re looking for enthusiastic people to join our team - whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of previous experience, there’s a place for you here. You’ll be part of a supportive crew, learn new skills, and work in a beautiful setting with a great bunch of people. With competitive pay, flexible shifts, and plenty of opportunities to grow, our pub is a fantastic place to build a career in hospitality.

If you’re passionate about food and teamwork, get in touch - Ed and the team would we’d love to meet you

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 menus and specials, alongside your Head Chef
• Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme - Gain a nationally recognised qualification
• Access to regular culinary masterclasses and training days to boost your skills
• Free meals
• 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 looking for their next step, who considers themselves as a natural leader with a passion and flare for producing quality fresh food in an environment that makes people feel welcome.
• 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
• Working alongside your Head Chef, you will be able to demonstrate your creativity and ability by helping to design and deliver new dishes for our menus and daily specials
• Demonstrate great planning and organisational skills, necessary to maintain effective controls with regard to both GP and labour
• Have a pro-active approach to driving sales and delivering growth, through engagement with both kitchen and front of house teams

Thanks for your interest in working with Young's. If you would like to be part of our team, apply now!