Sous Chef

Boot & Shoe; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned family-owned brewery seeks a Sous Chef to lead and support their kitchen team at Boot & Shoe in Lancaster. The role emphasizes maintaining high standards and mentoring junior staff, contributing to the company's commitment to quality food and memorable customer experiences.

Benefits

Annual profit share

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food when on shift

Discounted stays in hotels and inns

Fair share of tips

Wellbeing support

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team.
• Ability to maintain high culinary standards.
• Skills in training and developing junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Support with menu development and stock management.
• Ensure high standards and safe kitchen practices.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Stock management

Team motivation

Attention to detail

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