Sous Chef

JW Lees; Oldham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

JW Lees, a historic family-owned brewery, is seeking a Sous Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. As a Sous Chef, you'll lead the team in absence of the Head Chef and ensure high food quality standards, while also participating in menu development and training junior staff members. With competitive perks, including profit sharing and discounts, this position is ideal for an aspiring culinary leader looking to grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Annual profit share

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food when on shift

Discounted stays in hotels

A fair share of tips

Wellbeing support

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunities for career growth

Access to JW BenefitHub discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar kitchen role expected.
• Ability to lead and train junior staff is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Support menu development and stock management.
• Ensure high quality food standards.

Skills

Leadership

Stock Management

Attention to Detail

Team Motivation

Job description

Sous Chef Vacancy

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our talented kitchen team.

What we offer our Sous Chefs:

• Annual profit share, ensuring you share in the success of the company
• 30% discount on food and drink across our pubs and inns for you and friends and family
• 50% off food when on shift
• Discounted stays in our hotels and inns
• A fair share of tips
• Wellbeing support with our Employee Assistance Programme
• Great opportunities to grow in your role and progress your career
• Access to JW BenefitHub, giving you access to a huge range of high street and online discounts

What a Sous Chef does at JW Lees:

• Lead the kitchen team in the absence of the Head Chef
• Support with menu development, stock management, and maintaining a safe and compliant kitchen
• Provide guidance to junior kitchen staff members
• Ensure high standards and attention to detail are maintained, working with the team to achieve and maintain 5* Scores on the doors
• Continuously motivate the team to ensure that fresh, quality food is presented each time
• The Sous Chef plays an integral role in training and developing junior team members

About JW Lees:

Proudly family-owned and nearly 200 years old, JW Lees is the original modern, traditional brewer. With 150 pubs, inns, and hotels across the North West and North Wales, we are passionate about great beer, fantastic food, and memorable experiences.

We put people at the heart of our business, always doing the right thing and sticking together. Our six values are at the core of everything we do:

Proud - Savvy - Honest - Passionate - Personal - Together