Sous Chef

Butcombe Brewery; New Alresford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Un pub gastronomique remarquable à New Alresford recherche un Sous Chef passionné pour rejoindre son équipe culinaire. Ce rôle essentiel implique la gestion de la cuisine, l'encadrement des jeunes chefs et la création de plats raffinés à partir de produits locaux. Avec un environnement dynamique et des opportunités de développement professionnel, ce positionnement est parfait pour ceux qui désirent prendre un rôle de leadership et partager leur passion pour la cuisine avec de belles matières premières.

Benefits

Salaire compétitif avec pourboires généreux

Opportunités de croissance dans une entreprise indépendante

Travail avec des ingrédients locaux et frais

Participer à une relance excitante et significative

Emplacement rural pittoresque

Qualifications

• Sous Chef expérimenté ou Junior Sous prêt à progresser.
• Au moins 2 ans d'expérience en cuisine de qualité.
• Passion pour la durabilité et les produits locaux.

Responsibilities

• Soutenir le Chef dans la gestion quotidienne de la cuisine.
• Diriger l'équipe pendant les services chargés.
• Upholding food standards and kitchen systems.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Gestion du stress

Travail d'équipe

Créativité

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Are you a passionate and ambitious chef ready to step
into a leadership role in a dynamic, high-quality kitchen? Do you thrive in a
countryside pub that celebrates fresh, seasonal food and local produce? If so,
we’d love to hear from you.

Join the Culinary Team at the Reimagined Woolpack Inn:
Heritage, Hospitality, and Fresh Thinking

Located in the picturesque village of Totford, Hampshire, The
Woolpack Inn is a beautifully restored Grade I listed pub with rooms,
blending historical charm with refined modern touches. Following a significant
refurbishment, we are reopening with renewed energy and a bold culinary vision.

Recent enhancements have transformed the inn, with extended
kitchen facilities, an elegant new decking area with pergola and canopy, and
carefully curated landscaping. Our on-site Market Garden now brings
ultra-local, organic produce right to the kitchen door, reinforcing our
commitment to sustainability and field-to-fork dining.

Led by Head Chef Luke, our kitchen is built on
passion, precision, and produce. We’re proud to hold Two AA Rosettes,
and our goal is to push culinary boundaries while maintaining the warmth and
authenticity of a true country pub. Every dish is thoughtfully created using
the best of Hampshire’s seasonal ingredients.

Why Join Us as Sous Chef?

• Be part of a highly
  motivated kitchen team at an exciting time of relaunch
• Work in a menu-led,
  produce-driven environment with real creative input
• Collaborate directly
  with the Head Chef and growers in our Market Garden
• Help shape the culinary
  direction of a venue with serious aspirations

The Role

As Sous Chef, you’ll be the right hand to the Head
Chef, playing a crucial role in the daily running of the kitchen and stepping
up to lead the team when needed. From prep to plating, staff mentoring to stock
control, you’ll be central to the kitchen’s success — and our guests’
experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Head Chef
  in daily service, prep, and kitchen management
• Leading the brigade
  during busy services and in the Head Chef’s absence
• Upholding and evolving
  our food standards and kitchen systems
• Helping train and mentor
  junior chefs in technique and safety
• Managing kitchen
  hygiene, allergens, ordering, and stock rotation
• Contributing to menu
  development with creative, seasonal ideas

What We’re Looking For:

• A confident, talented
  Sous Chef (or ambitious Junior Sous ready to step up)
• At least 2 years’
  experience in a quality-driven kitchen
• Strong leadership and
  communication skills
• Passion for
  sustainability, seasonality, and working with local produce
• High standards in
  cleanliness, organisation, and attention to detail
• Cool under pressure,
  team player, and hands-on attitude

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive salary plus
  generous tips
• The chance to be part of
  an exciting relaunch with real responsibility
• A kitchen that values
  skill, growth, and creativity
• The opportunity to work
  with ingredients grown just metres from your stove
• A beautiful rural
  location with a loyal and growing customer base
• Genuine scope to grow
  your career within a forward-thinking, independent business

This is more than a job — it’s a chance to help shape
something special. If you’re ready to take the next step in your culinary
journey, we’d love to meet you.