Sous Chef

Candidhospitality; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount for you and up to 5Guests

Free meals on shift

Birthday day off

Education subsidies

Wagestream financial wellbeing support

Hospitality Action support

Comprehensive training

Job summary

The Botanist in Liverpool is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in leading busy kitchen operations at The Botanist Albert Dock. You will uphold high standards of food quality, lead by example, and help develop the kitchen team to deliver memorable dining experiences.

Ideal candidates bring strong culinary skills, leadership and teamwork, with prior Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong culinary skills with leadership and teamwork.
• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the day-to-day leadership of the kitchen
• Maintaining food quality, consistency and presentation standards
• Coaching and developing kitchen team members
• Supporting stock control and food cost management
• Maintaining food safety and compliance standards
• Delivering smooth and successful services
• Helping create a positive and collaborative kitchen environment

Job description

Company

The Botanist

Role

Sous Chef

Salary

£35,000

Location

Liverpool, Merseyside, L3 4AD

Role Overview

The Sous Chef at The Botanist Albert Dock supports the Head Chef in leading kitchen operations, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality food and maintaining exceptional standards. This role focuses on team development, upholding food safety, managing costs, and fostering a positive, high-performing kitchen culture to create memorable dining experiences.

The Botanist Albert Dock are hiring a Sous Chef

We're looking for Sous Chefs who are passionate about great food, strong teamwork and creating memorable dining experiences.

At The Botanist Albert Dock, you'll be a key part of the kitchen leadership team, supporting the Head Chef in delivering exceptional food while maintaining a positive and high-performing kitchen culture.

You'll lead by example, support the development of your team and help ensure every service is delivered with consistency, quality and care.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the day-to-day leadership of the kitchen
• Maintaining food quality, consistency and presentation standards
• Coaching and developing kitchen team members
• Supporting stock control and food cost management
• Maintaining food safety and compliance standards
• Delivering smooth and successful services
• Helping create a positive and collaborative kitchen environment

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who combines strong culinary skills with a passion for leadership and teamwork.

Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie is desirable.

Why Join The New World Trading Company?

At The New World Trading Company, great hospitality starts with great people. We create places full of energy, personality and genuine connection - and that only happens when our teams feel supported, valued and able to thrive.

You’ll Be Part Of a Business That Invests In Its People, Celebrates Individuality And Gives You The Tools, Training And Support To Bring Brilliant Hospitality To Life Every Day. You’ll Receive

• 50% discount for you and up to 5 guests across our venues
• Free meals on shift
• Your birthday and the day after guaranteed off
• Education subsidies to support personal development
• Wagestream financial wellbeing support and earned wage access
• Confidential support through Hospitality Action
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support

If you're ready to lead from the front and help create exceptional food experiences, we'd love to hear from you!