Sous Chef

Harvester; West Byfleet; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Staff discounts across brands

Wagestream financial toolkit

Paid for qualifications

progression opportunities

Job summary

Harvester is seeking a Sous Chef to lead a kitchen section, training and guiding a team to deliver quality food aligned with the branded menu. You will step in for the Head Chef when needed, ensuring smooth service and consistent culinary standards.

You will manage food orders, prep, and stock control while upholding health and safety regulations. If you are passionate about food, teamwork, and guest satisfaction, apply now.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a sous chef or in a senior kitchen role.
• Ability to lead a kitchen section and mentor staff.
• Knowledge of health and hygiene regulations and safe food handling.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a kitchen section to ensure teamwork and consistency.
• Train and inspire the kitchen team to deliver food to a high standard.
• Assist Head Chef with food ordering, prep, and stock control.
• Ensure compliance with branded menu guidelines and portion control.
• Supervise chefs and kitchen staff, supporting performance and development.
• Uphold health and hygiene regulations across the kitchen.

Skills

Team leadership

Food preparation

Stock control

Menu adherence

Health & safety

Staff training

Job description

As a Sous Chef atthe Yeoman - Harvester, you will have a passion for serving great food, training great people and leaving a smile on our guests faces. You’ll run a section, ensuring your team are working together as one and you will be the person to step up in leading the team in the absence of the Head Chef. Does this sound like you?

Join us at Harvester, the nation's family favourite. Famous for our fresh rotisserie chicken, sizzling grills and unlimited salad bar, we pride ourselves on offering feel good dining for the nation. Fancy a fresh start? We want to hear from you.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?

• Flexible shifts to work around your lifestyle!
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands.Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we've got you covered.
• 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family.
• Wagestream – afinancial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it.
• Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications.
• Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year.
• Discounts on gym memberships.
• Team Socials – work hard, play hard!

On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS SOUS CHEF YOU'LL ...

• Be driven to smash targets with your team.
• Train and inspire your team to deliver food to be proud of.
• Support your Head Chef with food ordering, food preparation and stock control.
• Have mastered the art of working with a branded menu.
• Have confidence in managing Chefs and the wider Kitchen Team.
• Oversee that your team conforms to health and hygiene regulations.

At M&B, we want people to be supported, valued, able to be themselves and work in a great team. Join us and help us make every guest feel truly welcome.

Compensation: Competitive salary