Sous Chef

Focus Resourcing; Henley-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious private members' club in Henley-on-Thames is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations. You'll ensure exceptional food quality and hygiene standards while inspiring and training your team. The role includes 40 hours per week with a salary of up to £37,000. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about hospitality and fresh, high-quality food to grow within a professional kitchen environment.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Club pension scheme

Life assurance scheme

Hospitality Rewards discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Meals while on duty

Complimentary onsite parking

Tickets for Henley Royal Regatta

Institute of Hospitality membership

Option to join UK Healthcare Cash Plan

Staff socials and events

Staff accommodation available

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen environment as a Sous Chef.
• Proven ability to deliver exceptional dishes under pressure.
• Ambition to learn and progress in a culinary career.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and hygiene.
• Inspire, train and develop kitchen brigade.

Skills

Proven experience as a Sous Chef

Strong leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Team-focused approach

Solid knowledge of EHO and Health & Hygiene regulations

Job description

Sous Chef - Full Time

Salary: Up to £37,000, dependent on experience
Hours: 40 hours per week
(Early, mid and late shifts including weekdays, weekends and bank holidays)

Are you passionate about great food and ready to take the next step in your culinary career? We're looking for a talented and motivated Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at a prestigious private members' club, where quality, creativity and exceptional service are at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

As Sous Chef, you'll play a key role in supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen. You'll lead by example, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, hygiene and teamwork, while helping to inspire, train and develop the brigade.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven chef who thrives in a busy, high-standard environment and is eager to grow within a professional and supportive team.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a busy kitchen
• A genuine passion for hospitality and fresh, high-quality food
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train and support your team
• A track record of delivering exceptional dishes under pressure
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A team-focused approach and commitment to maintaining high service standards
• Experience managing costs, budgets and stock control
• Solid knowledge of EHO and Health & Hygiene regulations
• Ambition to learn, develop and progress your career
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Proof of the right to work in the UK

Benefits

• 28 days holiday per year (pro rata)
• Club pension scheme with automatic enrolment
• Life assurance scheme
• Hospitality Rewards (discounts on retail, dining, leisure and online)
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Meals and hot drinks while on duty
• Complimentary onsite parking
• Friends and family tickets for Henley Royal Regatta
• Institute of Hospitality membership (after probation)
• Option to join the UK Healthcare Cash Plan (after probation)
• Staff socials and events
• Staff accommodation available on request (subject to availability)

If you're a dedicated Sous Chef looking to be part of a respected kitchen team in a unique and prestigious setting, we'd love to hear from you.