Sous Chef

St Austell Brewery Ltd; Padstow; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned brewery in Cornwall is seeking a versatile Sous Chef to join their talented kitchen team. You will assist the Head Chef in leading the kitchen and ensure the preparation of high-quality food that delights guests. The ideal candidate will have experience in fast-paced environments and a genuine passion for food. Competitive perks include discounts on food, drinks, and accommodation, alongside opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

30% off food and drink

50% off overnight stays

Discount scheme at retailers

Great training opportunities

Meals provided for shifts over 6 hours

Family-friendly, flexible working

Paid volunteer time

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef in a busy kitchen.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing menu needs.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in managing the kitchen staff.
• Ensure proper food preparation and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.

Skills

Versatility in kitchen tasks

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Organizational skills

Knowledge of stock management systems

Job description

The Old Custom House has a prime position on Padstow’s South Quay. It stands proud as one of the town’s historic stone buildings and buzzes with life as both a community pub and a hot spot for tourists with comfy sea view rooms.

You’ll be working in Cornwall’s foodie capital; a serene location that’s perfect for getting out on the water, exploring the estuary, and navigating the surrounding coastline.

Are you a versatile Sous Chef with experience of working in a fast-paced environment? Join our talented kitchen team and you’ll be working alongside passionate people, with locally sourced produce, to provide high quality food that delights our guests. As Sous Chef, you will support your Head Chef in leading our talented kitchen team while ensuring the correct procedures are followed and specifications for each dish are precisely met. You will utilise the flexibility enabled by our menu writing processes, to help adapt our offer to meet the needs of our business and our guests.

What we offer …

• 30% off food and drink and 50% off overnight stays in our pubs
• Discount scheme across hundreds of retailers
• Great training and opportunities to progress
• Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours (up to the value of £10)
• Family-friendly, flexible working
• Paid time off to volunteer

Our Chefs …

• Are well organized, adaptable, with a genuine interest in food
• Take pride in keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and safe
• Are key to keeping our kitchen running efficiently even at our busiest times
• Are confident users of stock management systems

We’d love you to join our family!

Apply now or contact [e-mail] for more information

Additional info

StAustell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.

Early applications are encouraged as we’ll review applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Please note that we politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. Speculative CVs from recruitment agencies won’t be accepted, nor the fees associated with them.