Sous Chef

Knekt Hub Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food-led pub in Berkshire is seeking a talented Sous Chef to enhance its award-winning kitchen team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, paid overtime, and a focus on British seasonal cooking, with opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Benefits

Paid overtime

Share of tips

Company pension scheme

Staff discounts and meals on duty

Ongoing professional development

4 days on, 3 days off schedule

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a rosette-standard kitchen.
• Passion for British seasonal cooking & sustainability.
• Skills in butchery and larder are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and manage kitchen operations.
• Ensure food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Train and develop junior chefs.

Skills

Leadership

Organisation

Attention to Detail

Team Communication

Education

Experience as Sous Chef or Junior Sous

Job description

Job Title: Sous Chef
Location: Finchampstead, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Salary: Up to £37,000 per annum + paid overtime + tips
Type: Full-Time | 4 days on, 3 days off

About the Role:
We’re looking to recruit a talented and passionate Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and help lead the kitchen team at our award-winning, food-led pub near Wokingham. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a kitchen focused on quality, seasonality, and full ingredient traceability.

You’ll play a vital role in driving daily service, mentoring junior chefs, and supporting the creative evolution of our menu as we aim for 2 AA Rosettes.

What We Offer:

Salary up to £37,000 depending on experience

4 days on, 3 days off rota to support work/life balance

Paid overtime

Share of tips (pooled and paid monthly)

Company pension scheme

Staff discounts and meals on duty

Ongoing professional development and clear progression path

Hands-on ownership and a supportive, people-first culture

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

Leading shifts and supporting the Head Chef in day-to-day operations

Running all sections with confidence and high attention to detail

Taking responsibility for ordering, stock control, and waste management

Ensuring health & safety and food hygiene standards are upheld at all times

Assisting in the development of junior chefs through coaching and training

Contributing ideas for seasonal menus and specials

Maintaining excellent communication with the front-of-house team

About You:

Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous in a rosette-standard kitchen

Genuine passion for British seasonal cooking, nose-to-tail principles, and sustainability

Calm under pressure with a natural flair for leadership

Highly organised, clean, and efficient

Experience working with fresh, local produce – butchery and larder skills advantageous

Right to work in the UK

About Us:
We’re an independently owned group of food-led pubs with a focus on craft, sustainability, and career development. Our leadership team is hands-on and actively involved in the kitchens, ensuring a genuine, collaborative working environment. If you’re looking to grow your career with a company that truly values its people, this could be the opportunity for you.

To Apply:
Submit your CV today and we’ll be in touch to discuss the next steps.

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Created on 27/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom