Sous Chef

Mint People; Ripon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay £20

Fresh ingredients and quality-focused—

Structured service systems

Strong team culture

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Mint People in Ripon is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to join a calm, fresh-food kitchen under the Head Chef. You will help maintain high standards, lead during service and mentor junior chefs. This role emphasizes solid fundamentals, organised preparation and teamwork with a structured kitchen system.

The position offers an attractive hourly rate and long-term progression within a stable brigade. You will be responsible for food safety, menu execution and clear communication, ensuring

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fresh food, quality-led kitchens
• Confident leading services and supporting junior chefs
• Strong prep, organisation and time-management skills
• High standards of presentation, flavour and consistency
• Reliable, calm and positive under pressure
• Keen to develop the team and progress professionally

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
• Leading services and ensuring consistent food standards
• Overseeing preparation and section management
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the brigade
• Maintaining food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards
• Assisting with service flow, organisation and kitchen structure

Skills

Fresh food experience

Leading services

Prep & time-management

Presentation & flavour

Stable under pressure

Team development

Job description

Sous Chef – Ripon – £20 per hour

This Sous Chef role offers the opportunity to work in a calm, well-structured fresh food kitchen where preparation, consistency and teamwork are genuinely valued. The focus is on well-executed dishes and strong fundamentals, rather than rushed volume.

Working closely with the Head Chef, you’ll play a key role in maintaining standards, supporting the brigade and ensuring smooth day-to-day kitchen operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Sous Chef who enjoys leading by example and contributing to a professional, organised kitchen environment.

Sous Chef – Ideal Profile

• Proven experience in fresh food, quality-led kitchens

• Confident leading services and supporting junior chefs

• Strong prep, organisation and time-management skills

• High standards of presentation, flavour and consistency

• Reliable, calm and positive under pressure

• Keen to develop the team and progress professionally

Benefits

• £20 per hour

• Fresh, seasonal ingredients and a quality-focused menu

• Structured service with clear kitchen systems

• Stable, experienced brigade with a strong team culture

• Consistent standards and organised preparation

• Long-term opportunity offering stability and progression

Sous Chef Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations

• Leading services and ensuring consistent food standards

• Overseeing preparation and section management

• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the brigade

• Maintaining food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards

• Assisting with service flow, organisation and kitchen structure

Job Type: Temporary