Sous Chef

The Inn Collection Group; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations and maintain high culinary standards. The ideal candidate will be responsible for team management and menu development while ensuring smooth daily operations. This position offers the chance to work in a vibrant and dynamic environment, perfect for those passionate about food and hospitality.

Benefits

Extra paid holiday on your birthday

Paid breaks

50% off food at our Inns

Employee Assistance Programme

Tips (Tronc)

Discounted room bookings

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in a sous chef role or similar position.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and train kitchen staff, ensuring high food quality.
• Contribute to menu development and costing.
• Oversee stock control and kitchen cleanliness.

Skills

Team management

Creativity in menu development

Strong interpersonal skills

Stock control

Cooking skills

Job description

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 focus, warmth, and honesty, all with the goal of Making People Happy.

How we say thank you!

• 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 (tips to us 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.

Nestled in the picturesque village of Newton under Roseberry, The King’s Head Inn is a quintessential country pub, offering a welcoming atmosphere and a prime location in Captain Cook Country. With easy access to the stunning North York Moors National Park and the Cleveland Way, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy a vibrant, rewarding environment while surrounded by natural beauty.

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 energised 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. Watch Tele’s video to learn more about our Kitchen team member roles.https://careers.inncollectiongroup.com/join-inn