Sous Chef

JW Lees; Sale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their talented kitchen team. In this exciting role, you will lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, support menu development, and ensure the highest standards of food quality and safety. With a focus on team motivation and development, you will play a crucial part in creating memorable dining experiences. This family-owned company, with a rich heritage and commitment to quality, offers great opportunities for career progression and a supportive work environment. Join a team where people are at the heart of the business and make a difference every day.

Benefits

Annual profit share

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food when on shift

Discounted stays in hotels

Wellbeing support

Access to discounts via JW BenefitHub

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team and supporting menu development.
• Knowledge of stock management and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef's absence and ensure high standards.
• Train and develop junior kitchen staff while maintaining food quality.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Development

Stock Management

Attention to Detail

Team Motivation

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Food Safety Certification

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 Assistant 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 that 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 make sure that fresh quality food is presented each time.
• The Sous Chef plays an integral role in training and developing 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 - Together