Sous Chef

Royal Tankerton; Scunthorpe; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay + tips share

Early wage access

Food discount

Hotel discount

Shop discounts

Mental health platform

Company pension

Career development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Shepherd Neame, Britain’s oldest brewer, is seeking a Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and support the Head Chef. You’ll mentor junior chefs, maintain quality and hygiene, and contribute to menu development in a busy pub setting.

The role offers progression within a renowned hospitality group, with flexible hours and a strong emphasis on teamwork and consistency across venues.

Qualifications

• You inspire confidence and enjoy collaborative work.
• You care about quality, presentation and consistency.
• You bring enthusiasm and a passion for food.
• You stay calm and proactive when busy.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations and team leadership.
• Take responsibility for kitchen sections and ensure standards.
• Mentor and develop junior chefs for a positive environment.
• Maintain high hygiene, safety and compliance at all times.
• Contribute ideas for menu development and seasonal specials.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and kitchen organisation.

Skills

Working Together

Pride and Passion

Sheps Spirit

Authenticity

Job description

Employment type: Part Time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: per hour

Sous Chef – Take the Next Step with Britain’s Oldest Brewer!

At Shepherd Neame, we know that great food is at the heart of a memorable experience. As a Sous Chef, you’ll play a key leadership role in the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and leading the team to deliver exceptional quality and consistency. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced chef ready to progress their career.

Where You’ll Be Working

The Hamlet Court is a thriving pub & 1restaurant with a function room in the centre of Westcliff, renowned for delicious food, pre-theatre dining, and live music nights. Much loved by its customers, the Hamlet Court’s traditional values and character have been a major part of the local community for a quarter of a century and having recently undergone a well-earned refurbishment, our pub has retained its warmth and popularity within Westcliff.

What You’ll Do

• Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and team leadership.
• Take responsibility for sections of the kitchen, ensuring dishes meet company standards.
• Mentor and develop junior chefs, fostering a positive and productive environment.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and compliance at all times.
• Contribute ideas for menu development and seasonal specials.
• Help with stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation.

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive hourly pay plus a share of tips
• Early wage withdrawal scheme
• 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight stays at Managed House Hotels
• Up to 40% off select purchases from our Visitor Centre Shop in Faversham
• Exclusive discounts via Sheps Hut on hundreds of high street brands
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension plan
• Career development opportunities across our pubs, Brewery, and Support Office
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle

What You’ll Need

We’re looking for behaviours that make a great Sous Chef:

• Working Together – you inspire confidence, guide others positively and enjoy working collaboratively and supporting colleagues.
• Pride and Passion – you care about quality, presentation, ensure consistency and high standards.
• Sheps Spirit – you bring enthusiasm and a passion for food.
• Authenticity – you stay calm and proactive when things get busy.

Why Shepherd Neame?

Our culture is built on Sheps Spirit, Working Together, Pride and Passion, and Authenticity - values that have guided us for over 300 years. When you join us, you become part of a team that celebrates tradition while shaping the future.

Ready to bring your personality and passion to the kitchen?