Sous Chef

The Inn Collection Group; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hospitality group is seeking a Sous Chef to ensure high-quality cuisine and manage kitchen operations. You'll work closely with the Head Chef, supporting menu development and enhancing guest experiences. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure and has strong team management skills. This position offers a chance to be part of an award-winning team in a vibrant coastal setting.

Benefits

Extra paid holiday on birthday

50% off food at any of our Inns

Discounted stay at our Inns during winter months

Confidential support through Employee Assistance Programme

Tips through Tronc

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• Ability to manage a team effectively.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure every dish showcases fresh, quality ingredients.
• Maintain consistent excellence across all kitchen areas.
• Oversee kitchen cleanliness and daily operations in the Head Chef’s absence.

Skills

Creative cooking

Team management

Stock control

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

What makes the perfect pub? It’s great ales, delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm welcome from a team that’s at the heart of everything we do.

The Inn Collection Group is a multi-award-winning pubs with rooms company, proudly located in some of the most outstanding destinations across the North of England and Wales. At ICG, we deliver exceptional hospitality by living and breathing our core values of respect, customer focused, warmth, and honesty, all with the goal of Making People Happy.

Benefits

• Celebrate your birthday with an extra paid holiday.
• Build your future with support from our Lead-Inn development program.
• Take the time you need to rest and recharge; Paid Breaks are on us.
• Enjoy 50% off food at any of our Inns
• Relax with a stay at any of our Inns during January, February, and March for just £1.
• Take advantage of the chance to explore our beautiful locations, with 1/3 off room bookings all year round.
• Experience a spontaneous trip away with £50 on same day bookings
• It’s not just for you—your loved ones can enjoy 15% off bed and breakfast too!
• 24/7 confidential support is always there when you need it with our Employee Assistance Programme
• Tronc (…that’s tips to me and you)
• Contribute to a company that gives back through our Give-inn back scheme
• Join an award-winning team recognised as the Best Pub Employer at the Publican Awards.

About Offshore

Occupying a prime position on the seafront of Lytham St Annes, Offshore is a newly transformed destination offering a fantastic setting for enjoying home-made food, a wide range of drinks, and fabulous accommodation. Born out of a complete refurbishment of the former Carlton and Lindum Hotels, Offshore features 99 beautifully designed rooms, perfectly positioned to make the most of this vibrant coastal town and its stunning seafront location.

You’ll Fit Right Inn

As Sous Chef, you’ll be at the heart of our kitchen, ensuring every dish showcases the best of fresh, quality ingredients and reflects our high standards. Working closely with the Head Chef, you’ll help maintain consistent excellence across all areas of the kitchen, bringing both skill and creativity to every aspect of the role.

From managing a talented team to contributing to menu development and costing, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the guest experience. You thrive in fast-paced environments, staying calm under pressure while meeting deadlines with efficiency. Your strong interpersonal skills enable you to build great relationships across the kitchen, front-of-house, and management teams, ensuring seamless collaboration.

Beyond cooking, your role will include key operational tasks such as stock control, ordering from nominated suppliers, and overseeing kitchen cleanliness. You’ll take charge in the Head Chef’s absence, confidently managing the team and ensuring smooth daily operations.

If you’re energized by a challenge, passionate about food, and take pride in delivering excellence, you’ll fit right inn...

This role gave Tele the opportunity to collaborate closely with a team. We welcome applications from Skilled Worker visa holders and can transfer Certificates of Sponsorship.