Sous Chef

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

Job summary

Join a proud, family-owned company with nearly 200 years of tradition as a Sous Chef. This role offers the chance to lead a talented kitchen team, develop menus, and ensure the highest standards of food quality and safety. With great opportunities for career progression and a supportive environment, you will play a vital role in delivering memorable dining experiences. Enjoy perks like profit sharing, discounts, and wellbeing support while being part of a team that values passion, honesty, and togetherness. This is an exciting opportunity to grow in your culinary career in a well-respected establishment.

Benefits

Annual profit share

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food when on shift

Discounted stays in hotels

Wellbeing support

Career progression opportunities

Access to discounts via JW BenefitHub

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen leadership role, ideally as a Sous Chef.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence and ensure high standards.
• Support with menu development and maintain a safe kitchen environment.

Skills

Team Leadership

Menu Development

Stock Management

Food Presentation

Training and Development

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Sous Chef Vacancy

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our 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 ensure that fresh, quality food is presented each time
• The Sous Chef plays an integral role in training and developing 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