Sous Chef

Perfect Recruitment Ltd; Leyland; Presencial; GBP 32.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Perfect Recruitment Ltd. in Leyland is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join a quality-driven, food-led venue.

You will work closely with the Head Chef to run the kitchen and ensure consistent service, with a focus on fresh, locally sourced produce and a standout Sunday roast offering. The role involves supporting menu development, maintaining high standards of hygiene, and taking responsibility in the Head Chef’s absence.

Formación

• Experience as Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up
• Passionate about fresh ingredients and quality-led cooking
• Organised, reliable and confident managing kitchen operations
• Comfortable leading a team in Head Chef's absence
• Takes pride in producing consistently high-quality food

Responsabilidades

• Work closely with the Head Chef on the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Support menu development, preparation and execution.
• Take responsibility for the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Manage ordering, stock control and supplier requirements.
• Lead the kitchen team during service, maintaining consistency and quality.
• Ensure high standards of food preparation, presentation and hygiene.

Descripción del empleo

Sous Chef – £35,000 per annum

Location: Leyland, Lancashire

Full Time - Permanent

Perfect Recruitment are working with a new client in the Leyland area who are looking to appoint an experienced Sous Chef to join their kitchen team at a quality-driven, food-led venue.

The business is focused on fresh, locally sourced produce, offering a small, consistent menu where quality and execution are the priorities. With a strong emphasis on traditional cooking and a top-quality Sunday roast offering, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business that genuinely cares about the food it serves.

Working closely with the Head Chef, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping to maintain standards and ensuring the smooth delivery of service.

The Role:

• Work closely with the Head Chef on the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Support menu development, preparation and execution.
• Take responsibility for the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Manage ordering, stock control and supplier requirements.
• Lead the kitchen team during service, maintaining consistency and quality.
• Ensure high standards of food preparation, presentation and hygiene.

The Ideal Candidate:

• An experienced Sous Chef or a strong Chef de Partie ready to step up.
• Passionate about fresh ingredients and quality-led cooking.
• Organised, reliable and confident managing kitchen operations.
• Comfortable leading a team and taking responsibility in the Head Chef's absence.
• Takes pride in producing consistently high-quality food.

What's on Offer:

• Salary of £35,000 per annum.
• Full-time, 40 hours per week.
• Two consecutive days off each week.
• Food service between 12pm and 8pm.
• Opportunity to work closely with the Head Chef and contribute to menu development.
• Six-day trading week.

Start Date: Ideally ASAP.

If you're a passionate chef looking for a new opportunity within a quality-focused kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.