Sous Chef

Mill Farm Sports Village; Preston; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare after 2 years

Company pension

Career progression opportunities

Recognition and awards

Job summary

Mill Farm Sports Village is seeking a Sous Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team. You will assist the Head Chef, lead the kitchen crew, and help manage food storage, preparation, and service across our on-site restaurants and bars.

With a 45-hour week, a salary up to £40,000, private healthcare after two years, and a company pension, this role offers clear career progression and recognition for exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years as a Sous Chef.
• Reliable, organized and passionate about culinary excellence.
• Experience with SOPs and menu planning.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in leading, motivating, and supervising the Kitchen Team.
• Manage food storage, preparation, production, safety, cooking, and service within on-site restaurants and bars.
• Take full responsibility for Head Chef duties in their absence.
• Maintain high levels of service that exceed customer expectations.
• Control resources, manage processes, and cultivate a culture of excellence.

Skills

Five years Sous Chef experience

Team leadership

Job description

Sous Chef | Up to £40,000 + Benefits | Mill Farm Sports Village

Join our dynamic team at Mill Farm Sports Village, where culinary excellence meets a vibrant, supportive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in leading, motivating, and supervising the Kitchen Team.
• Manage food storage, preparation, production, safety, cooking, and service within on-site restaurants and bars, including match day hospitality and banqueting.
• Take full responsibility for Head Chef duties in their absence.
• Maintain high levels of service that exceed customer expectations.
• Control resources, manage processes, and cultivate a culture of excellence.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: Up to £40,000 with a 45-hour working week.
• Benefits: Private healthcare after two years of service and company pension.
• Career Growth: Significant opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Recognition and Rewards: Employee of the Month awards and 'Champagne Moments' for exceptional service.
• Convenience: Located less than three minutes from Junction 3 of the M55, with Blackpool and Preston both less than a 15-minute drive away. On-site car parking facilities available.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of five years as a Sous Chef.
• Attributes: Reliable, good timekeeper, organized, enthusiastic, and passionate about culinary excellence.
• Administration: Familiar with working in a professional organization with SOPs and strict protocols, especially regarding ordering and menu creation.