Sous Chef

Sterling Cross Ltd; Farnham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A local gastropub near Farnham is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join their team. The role offers a salary of up to £43,000 and provides opportunities for creative input and career progression. You will support the Head Chef in daily operations, lead a passionate kitchen team, and work with quality seasonal ingredients. Ideal candidates will have a proven background in high-quality kitchens, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to culinary excellence.

Benefits

Up to £43,000 salary

4-day working week for better work-life balance

Career progression opportunities

Creative input on menus

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous in a high-quality restaurant or gastropub.
• A passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and creating memorable dishes.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef with menu planning, development, and execution.
• Leading the kitchen team in the Head Chef's absence.
• Ensuring dishes are consistently prepared and presented to perfection.
• Overseeing food quality, stock control and kitchen organisation.
• Upholding food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.
• Training, mentoring, and motivating junior members of the team.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Sous Chef – Ambitious Gastropub Near Farnham | Up to £43,000 + Career Progression

Are you a talented Sous Chef ready to make your mark in a kitchen that celebrates creativity, quality, and progression?
Our client, a destination gastropub based near Farnham, is searching for an experienced and motivated Sous Chef to join their passionate team as they embark on an exciting journey of growth and innovation.

With a strong culinary foundation already in place, this is the perfect opportunity for a driven chef who wants to contribute to a fresh, seasonal menu and play a key role in a venue striving for future accolades.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary:Up to £43,000 (depending on experience)
• Schedule:Full-time, 4-day working week – enjoy a better work-life balance
• Creative Input:Freedom to develop dishes and shape menus alongside the Head Chef
• Quality Produce:Work with the finest fresh, local and seasonal ingredients
• Career Growth:Genuine progression opportunities as the business continues to expand
• Supportive Culture:Join a collaborative, ambitious and forward-thinking team

Your Role:

As Sous Chef, you’ll be the right hand to the Head Chef, ensuring the smooth running of daily operations while maintaining the highest culinary standards. You’ll lead by example, inspire junior chefs, and bring your creativity and expertise to every dish.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Head Chef with menu planning, development, and execution
• Leading the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence
• Ensuring dishes are consistently prepared and presented to perfection
• Overseeing food quality, stock control and kitchen organisation
• Upholding food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards
• Training, mentoring, and motivating junior members of the team
• Contributing ideas and energy as the business aims for future accolades

About You:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous in a high-quality restaurant or gastropub
• A passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and creating memorable dishes
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• A calm and positive attitude under pressure
• Keen eye for detail and commitment to consistency
• Enthusiasm to grow with a business that values innovation and excellence

If you’re a driven and creative Sous Chef looking for a genuine career opportunity within a growing, award-aspiring gastropub, we’d love to hear from you.
Join a team where your ideas matter, your talent is recognised, and your career can truly flourish.

Apply today and help shape the future of this exciting culinary destination near Farnham!