Sous Chef

Harri; North East; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday holiday allowance

Lead-Inn development program

Paid breaks

50% food discount at Inns

£1 winter stays (Jan–Mar)

1/3 off room bookings all year

£50 same-day bookings

15% off bed & breakfast for loved ones

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Give-inn back scheme

Job summary

Inn Collection Group is seeking a proactive Sous Chef for its cosy inn in Durham. You’ll work closely with the Head Chef to showcase fresh, high-quality ingredients and uphold our standards.

You’ll manage a team, contribute to the menu and costings, and ensure smooth kitchen operations in a busy environment. You’ll thrive on teamwork, communicate clearly with kitchen, front-of-house and management, and take pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills enabling great relations across kitchen, front-of-house and management teams.
• Experience in managing a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines with efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in maintaining high kitchen standards and quality.
• Contribute to menu development and costing.
• Manage stock control and ordering from nominated suppliers.
• Oversee kitchen cleanliness and daily operations in Head Chef’s absence.
• Lead a talented kitchen team to deliver consistent guest experiences.

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 focused, 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 (…that’s tips to me 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.

Combine the best of city living with the relaxed atmosphere of the countryside at this cosy inn in Durham. Surrounded by the peaceful woodland of Flass Vale, it’s hard to believe The Kingslodge Inn is just a ten-minute stroll from the heart of historic Durham with its UNESCO World Heritage Site of Durham Cathedral and adjoining Castle, t’s a hidden gem that combines serene surroundings with easy access to the city’s rich history and vibrant atmosphere.

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 energized by a challenge, passionate about food, and take pride in delivering excellence, you’ll fit right inn...

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