Sous Chef

Ambitions Personnel; Grantham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Permanent, full-time

Immediate start

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Ambitions Personnel is seeking an experienced Sous Chef for a busy hospitality venue in the United Kingdom. You will thrive in a high-volume kitchen, delivering exceptional food and service while assisting the Head Chef with menu delivery and daily operations.

Role offers a permanent, full-time position with typical hours 12:00pm–9:00pm, 5 days out of 7 on a rota including weekends. A competitive salary £30,000–£34,000 depending on experience and a supportive kitchen team await.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume kitchen.
• Passion for producing high-quality food with strong hygiene standards.
• Ability to stay organised and perform under pressure.
• Leadership experience supervising others and training staff.
• Own transport is essential due to the venue location.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present high-quality dishes to a consistently excellent standard.
• Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen and ensure smooth service.
• Assist the Head Chef with food preparation, service and menu delivery.
• Manage and maintain your designated kitchen section.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency.
• Supervise and support junior kitchen staff where appropriate.
• Help train and develop members of the kitchen team.
• Ensure food hygiene, health & safety and cleanliness standards are maintained at all times.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, stock rotation, storage and waste management.
• Work efficiently and effectively in a busy, fast-paced kitchen environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reliability

Job description

Sous Chef

Location: Hospitality Venue
Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 per annum (dependant on experience)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

About the Role

We are recruiting for an experienced Sous Chef to join our client's busy and fast-paced hospitality team. These are excellent opportunities for passionate chefs who thrive in a high-volume kitchen environment and are committed to delivering exceptional food and service.

Working Hours

• Full-time, permanent position
• 5 days out of 7 on a rota basis, including weekends
• Typical working hours are 12:00pm – 9:00pm, with occasional 11:00am starts

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present high-quality dishes to a consistently excellent standard.
• Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen and ensure smooth service.
• Assist the Head Chef with food preparation, service and menu delivery.
• Manage and maintain your designated kitchen section.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency.
• Supervise and support junior kitchen staff where appropriate.
• Help train and develop members of the kitchen team.
• Ensure food hygiene, health & safety and cleanliness standards are maintained at all times.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, stock rotation, storage and waste management.
• Work efficiently and effectively in a busy, fast-paced kitchen environment.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• Previous experience as either a Sous Chef
• A genuine passion for producing high-quality food.
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene, health & safety and kitchen best practices.
• The ability to remain organised and perform well under pressure.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive attitude, reliability and excellent attention to detail.
• Leadership skills and experience supervising others (Sous Chef applicants).
• Own transport is essential due to the location of the venue.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £30,000 - £34,000 per annum, depending on role and experience.
• Permanent, full-time employment.
• Immediate start available.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive, professional and dynamic kitchen team.
• Excellent opportunity for career development and progression.