Sous Chef

Crown-Hotel; Wetherby; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food and drinks discount

Free counselling

Cycle to Work Scheme

Apprenticeship opportunities

Job summary

The Crown Hotel in Boston Spa is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in a calm, respectful kitchen that values quality seasonal Yorkshire produce.

You will lead and train the kitchen team, manage ordering, stock control and waste, and help develop menus while maintaining high standards of food safety and presentation. A passion for hospitality and teamwork is essential. This role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities to shape future menus.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie ready to progress.
• Confidence leading and supporting a kitchen team.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and seasonal, quality-led food.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good knowledge of food safety, allergens and hygiene procedures.
• Experience with ordering, stock control and cost management.
• Ability to communicate clearly and calmly during busy services.
• A positive, reliable and hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Leading, training, motivating and inspiring the kitchen team.
• Supporting the Head Chef with recruitment and staff development.
• Maintaining high food quality and presentation standards.
• Assisting with seasonal menu development and new ideas.
• Overseeing food preparation and service.
• Managing food ordering, stock control and waste reduction.
• Building relationships with suppliers.
• Supporting financial performance and cost control.
• Ensuring operational, food safety and hygiene standards are met.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient kitchen.
• Acting as a positive role model with a respectful environment.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

Cost management

Clear communication

Job description

Join our team

We’re looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join the team at The Crown Hotel, Boston Spa.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside the Head Chef in a supportive, creative and ambitious kitchen. We believe in high standards without the shouting—our kitchen is a calm, respectful place where chefs can do their best work.

You’ll help deliver a seasonal food offering built around quality local and regional Yorkshire produce, while playing an active role in developing the team, improving the operation and shaping future menus.

Whether you’re an established Sous Chef or an experienced Chef de Partie ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you.

About the role

As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen and help ensure every service is efficient, consistent and enjoyable for both the team and our guests.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, training, motivating and inspiring the kitchen team.
• Supporting the Head Chef with recruitment and staff development.
• Helping to maintain consistently high food quality and presentation standards.
• Assisting with seasonal menu development and bringing new ideas to the table.
• Overseeing food preparation and service.
• Managing food ordering, stock control and waste reduction.
• Building positive relationships with suppliers.
• Supporting the kitchen’s financial performance and helping to control costs.
• Ensuring all operational, food safety and health and hygiene standards are met.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient kitchen.
• Acting as a positive role model and creating a respectful working environment.

What we’re looking for

You’ll ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef, or as a Chef de Partie ready to progress.
• Confidence leading and supporting a kitchen team.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and seasonal, quality-led food.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good knowledge of food safety, allergens and hygiene procedures.
• Experience with ordering, stock control and cost management.
• The ability to communicate clearly and calmly during busy services.
• A positive, reliable and hands-on approach.
• The ambition to develop your own skills and help others develop theirs.

Most importantly, you’ll care about the food, the guests and the people you work with.

About The Crown Hotel

The Crown Hotel at Boston Spa is a Grade II-listed renovation by Further Afield Pubs, the team behind the successful transformation of The Beck & Call.

Our contemporary country pub combines the atmosphere of a traditional English pub with a modern dining experience. The restaurant, housed in The Stables conservatory, overlooks a beautiful landscaped garden and offers a distinctive setting for guests and colleagues alike.

Our seasonal menu showcases produce from local and regional Yorkshire suppliers, including prime meat cuts and fresh fish. Our offering includes dishes such as beer-battered haddock and chips, imaginative salads, freshly made pizzas and a traditional Sunday roast with proper gravy and all the trimmings.

We are committed to creating food that is generous, well prepared and full of flavour.

Why work for us?

• 33% off food and drinks at any company venue for you and up to 3 friends - any day, any time
• FreeCODE app staffmembershipwith loads of discounts on pubs, bars& gyms
• Free counselling through our 24/7 employee helpline provided by Able Futures
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Apprenticeship Opportunities
  

Our working environment

We want our kitchens to be places where people can learn, contribute and enjoy their work. You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, develop your skills and take pride in what you produce.

We operate a respectful, no-shouting kitchen culture and believe that strong leadership, good communication and teamwork are essential to a successful service.

Rose Fifteen Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of sex, religion or philosophical belief, political opinion, race, age, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, disability or any other characteristic.