Sous Chef

The Inn Collection Group; North Shields; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in North Shields is looking for a passionate Sous Chef to join their kitchen team. You'll manage kitchen operations, collaborate on menu creation, and ensure exceptional food quality in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced setting, is detail-oriented, and enjoys working with others for a seamless guest experience. This exciting role offers numerous employee benefits including discounts and support programs.

Benefits

Extra paid holiday on your birthday

Employee Assistance Programme

50% off food at any Inns

Discount on room bookings

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to manage a team and maintain high standards.
• Knowledge of fresh, quality ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high standards in food preparation and presentation.
• Assist in menu development and pricing.
• Manage kitchen operations in the Head Chef’s absence.

Skills

Team management

Creative cooking

Stock control

Interpersonal 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.

About The Inn Collection Group

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.

Employee Benefits

• 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.
• Your loved ones can enjoy 15% off bed and breakfast too!
• 24/7 confidential support with our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Tronc (tips) and a chance to contribute through our Give-inn back scheme.
• Join an award-winning team recognized as the Best Pub Employer at the Publican Awards.

Location and Venue

Sitting in a commanding position overlooking Longsands Beach, this art deco-style building has been completely renovated. Located in Tynemouth, it offers stunning views of the coastline and easy access to the seafront. The building houses a pub restaurant with 250 internal and 300 external covers, a fish and chip takeaway, and an ice cream and coffee parlour, adding to the vibrant coastal experience.

Role: Sous Chef

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 in...

Additional Information

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 here.