Sous Chef

JW Lees; Frodsham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

JW Lees, a family-owned business with nearly 200 years of history, is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join its kitchen team. The role offers exciting opportunities for growth, leadership responsibilities, and a variety of employee benefits in a vibrant and supportive environment.

Benefits

Annual profit share

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food when on shift

Discounted stays in hotels and inns

A fair share of tips

Wellbeing support

Access to JW BenefitHub discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Must be able to lead a kitchen team effectively.
• Experience in training junior staff is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team in the Head Chef's absence.
• Support menu development and maintain kitchen compliance.
• Continuously motivate team to present quality food.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Team motivation

Job description

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We are looking for a Sous Chef to join the talented kitchen team.

What we offer our Sous Chefs:

• Annual profit share, ensuring you share in the success of the company.
• 30% discount on food and drink across our pubs and inns for you and friends and family.
• 50% off food when on shift.
• Discounted stays in our hotels and inns.
• A fair share of tips.
• Wellbeing support with our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Great opportunities to grow in your role and progress your career.
• Access to JW BenefitHub, giving you access to a huge range of high street and online discounts.

What a Sous Chef does at JW Lees:

• Lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Support with menu development, stock management, and maintaining a safe and compliant kitchen.
• Provide guidance to junior kitchen staff members.
• Ensure that high standards and attention to detail are maintained, working with the team to achieve and maintain 5* Scores on the doors.
• Continuously motivate the team to make sure that fresh, quality food is presented each time.
• The Sous Chef plays an integral role in training and development of junior team members.

About JW Lees:

Proudly family owned and nearly 200 years old, JW Lees is the original modern, traditional brewer. With 150 pubs, inns, and hotels across the North West and North Wales, we are passionate about great beer, fantastic food, and memorable experiences.

We put people at the heart of our business, always doing the right thing and always sticking together. Our six values are at the heart of everything we do:

Proud - Savvy - Honest - Passionate - Personal - Together