Sous Chef

JW Lees; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

JW Lees is seeking a Sous Chef to join their talented kitchen team. This role involves leading the kitchen during the Head Chef's absence, developing menus, and ensuring high standards are maintained. With a focus on training junior staff and achieving 5-star kitchen ratings, this position offers significant opportunities for career progression and well-being support.

Benefits

Annual profit share

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food when on shift

Discounted stays in our hotels and inns

A fair share of tips

Wellbeing support

Opportunities for career growth

Access to numerous discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen role, preferably as a Sous Chef or similar.
• Ability to guide and mentor junior staff.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Support menu development and ensure compliance with kitchen safety standards.
• Motivate the kitchen team to deliver quality meals consistently.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Development

Stock Management

Team Motivation

Attention to Detail

Job description

Sous Chef Vacancy

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join the 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 Head Chef’s absence
• 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 development of 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 always sticking together. Our six values are at the heart of everything we do: Proud, Savvy, Honest, Passionate, Personal, and Together.