Sous Chef

New Forest Hotels; Sowley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Exposure to weddings

Large-scale events

Supportive team environment

Job summary

New Forest Hotels is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our busy pub and hotel operation in the heart of the New Forest. You will support the Head Chef, maintain high standards, and contribute to menu development for weddings and events.

This is a fast-paced kitchen role with 5 days out of 7, typical hours 11:00am – 9:30pm, and a focus on leadership, team communications, and delivering quality food. Own transport is essential due to location.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous ready to step up.
• Calm under pressure in a high-volume kitchen environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Flexible and reliable team player.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene.
• Assist with menu development and event catering.
• Lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Work across weddings, functions and busy service periods.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Calm under pressure

Communication

Team player

Job description

We are looking for a talented and driven Sous Chef to join our busy pub and hotel operation in the heart of the New Forest.

Join a team that’s all about delivering standout customer experiences. We care about doing things the right way especially when it comes to sustainability. The Beaulieu Hotel is proud to hold Silver accreditation from Green Tourism putting us alongside some of the world’s leading, more responsible travel and hospitality brands.

Own transport is essential due to working hours and location

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced kitchen serving high-quality food across a mix of busy pub dining, weddings, and private events.

The Role:

• Supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene
• Assisting with menu development and event catering
• Leading the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence
• Working across weddings, functions, and busy service periods

Working Hours:

• 5 days out of 7
• Typically 11:00am – 9:30pm
• Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the business, you will lead by example
• Occasional breakfast shifts required

About You:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous ready to step up
• Calm under pressure in a high-volume environment
• Passion for cooking, leading in a busy environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Flexible and reliable team player
• ideally previous experience of Alert 65, Procure Wizard and Rota Ready but this can be trained

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Opportunity to work in a vibrant hospitality setting
• Exposure to weddings and large-scale events
• Supportive team environment

If you’re a motivated chef looking to take the next step in a dynamic and rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you.