Sous Chef

Only Chefs Ltd; Warwick; On-site; GBP 31,500 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Employee discount

Accommodation available

Live-in may be available

Job summary

Only Chefs Ltd is seeking an experienced UK-based Chef to lead the kitchen of a traditional canalside pub with a loyal local following and strong seasonal trade.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, creative menu development, and responsible stock management. A stable kitchen environment and supportive management accompany a competitive salary, tips, and potential accommodation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef or junior Chef ready to step up.
• Passion for traditional and modern cuisines using fresh local produce.
• Strong work ethic and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage stock and costs without waste while maintaining quality.
• Calm, reliable and professional under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Responsibility for kitchen operations and standards.
• Creating and delivering seasonal menus and specials.
• Work with a small, motivated kitchen team.
• Managing stock, ordering, GP, and supplier relationships.
• Ensuring all food hygiene and safety standards are met.

Skills

Experience as Chef

Stock management

Food hygiene knowledge

Menu creativity

Leadership

Job description

We are seeking an experienced UK based Chef to work in our well-established, traditional canalside pub with a loyal local following and strong seasonal trade.

This is a hands‑on role for a passionate chef who values not only classic pub food but also interesting and worldly cuisines, food trends, fresh ingredients and consistent quality, while bringing creativity and leadership to the kitchen.

The Role

• Responsibility for kitchen operations and standards
• Potential for creating and delivering seasonal menus & specials.
• Working with a small, motivated & dedicated kitchen team
• Managing stock, ordering, GP, and supplier relationships
• Ensuring all food hygiene, health & safety standards are met

About You

• Proven experience as a Chef or junior Chef ready to step up
• Passion for traditional cuisines, modern cuisines and fresh, locally sourced produce
• Strong work ethic and organisational skills
• Ability to manage stock & costs without waste or compromising quality
• Calm, reliable, and professional under pressure
• Food hygiene certification preferred

What We Offer

• A stable, well‑equipped kitchen in a characterful pub setting
• Creative freedom to influence menus, create seasonal menus and specials
• Supportive ownership, management and a close-knit team
• Competitive salary with tips
• A healthy work‑life balance compared to typical hospitality roles
• Accommodation available to the right candidate.
• 31,500-35,000 Salary based on a 45hr work week.
• Live in may be available for the right candidate.

Benefits

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount

If you’re a chef who takes pride in honest food, values teamwork, and wants to put their stamp on a much‑loved canalside pub, we’d love to hear from you.