Sous Chef

The Punchbowl Lapworth; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Fresh, seasonal ingredients

Supportive team environment with room 

A chance to put your stamp on ourMenus

Job summary

The Punchbowl Lapworth is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our team in the West Midlands. You will support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, manage rotas, oversee stock control, and ensure the highest standards of quality and consistency across dishes.

We value fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a collaborative, growth‑minded team environment where passion for hospitality shines. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Passion for fresh, locally sourced food.
• Strong leadership and team motivation.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Manage rotas in line with sales forecasts.
• Oversee ordering and stock control to minimise waste.
• Deliver high-quality dishes to spec and maintain standards.
• Ensure deliveries meet quality and freshness standards.
• Lead allergen procedures and ensure compliance.
• Develop and contribute to new dishes and seasonal menus.
• Step up and manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Train and support the team to meet high standards.
• Maintain health, safety and food hygiene compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Stock control

HACCP / food safety

Team training

Job description

Sous Chef Opportunity at The Punchbowl, Lapworth

Are you a passionate and dependable chef looking to take the next step in your career? The Punchbowl in Lapworth is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our skilled team!

Renowned for our warm, relaxed atmosphere and outstanding reputation for high-quality food, The Punchbowl prides itself on using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to create memorable dishes. If you’re ready to be part of a kitchen where quality and creativity are at the heart of everything we do, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Manage rotas in line with sales forecasts to ensure smooth service.
• Oversee food ordering and stock control to minimise waste.
• Deliver consistent, high-quality dishes to spec, maintaining the highest standards.
• Ensure all deliveries meet quality, quantity, and freshness standards.
• Take charge of allergen procedures and ensure compliance across the team.
• Develop and contribute to new dishes and seasonal menus.
• Step up and manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Lead by example by training and supporting the team to meet high standards.
• Maintain strict compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene regulations.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a fast-paced kitchen.
• A passion for fresh, locally sourced food.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• A positive attitude and a genuine love for hospitality.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Opportunity to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients
• Supportive team environment with room for growth and creativity
• A chance to put your stamp on our menus

Boparan Restaurant Group (BRG)is agrowing hospitality groupcommitted to striving to become the Best Restaurant Groupin everything we do. We’reobsessedwith building credibility, going above and beyond, and delivering amemorable guest experienceand an amazing working environment.

At BRG, we live by our core values:

• Honest – Acting with integrity in everything we do.
• Hardworking – Giving our best, every day.
• Hungry – Always striving for growth and excellence.
• Heart – Caring deeply about our people, our guests, and our communities.