Sous Chef - AE

Mansell Consulting Group Ltd; Alderley Edge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality recruitment firm is seeking a talented Sous Chef for a stylish dining venue in Alderley Edge. The ideal candidate will deliver outstanding dishes, inspire junior chefs, and maintain high standards. This role offers competitive perks including birthdays off and significant discounts across venues.

Benefits

Birthdays off

Enhanced parenthood allowances

Up to 50% off food

Ongoing training and career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a high‑quality, fresh food environment.
• Passion for guest experience and delivering excellence.
• Ability to train, mentor, and motivate junior chefs.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head Chef to deliver outstanding dishes.
• Lead by example and inspire junior chefs.
• Maintain the highest standards of quality, hygiene, and service.

Skills

Motivated

Creative

Strong leadership skills

Financial awareness

Calm and organized

Job description

About the Venue

Our client has created an upmarket yet friendly and informal drinking and dining restaurant, offering a true sense of local community while bursting with elegance, style, and personality. It's an Instagram‑worthy venue known for its phenomenal food, exceptional service, and outstanding teamwork.

The Role - Sous Chef

We're searching for a talented and experienced Sous Chef to join this passionate, driven kitchen team. You'll work closely with the Head Chef to deliver consistently outstanding dishes and a memorable dining experience.

You'll be hands‑on in the kitchen, leading by example, inspiring junior chefs, and helping to maintain the highest standards of quality, hygiene, and service.

What We’re Looking For:

• A motivated, creative Sous Chef with proven experience in a high‑quality, fresh food environment
• A passion for guest experience and pride in delivering excellence on every plate
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, mentor, and motivate junior chefs
• Financial awareness and understanding of how to drive a successful, profitable kitchen operation
• A calm, organized professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative team

Perks & Benefits:

• Birthdays off – because you deserve to celebrate!
• Enhanced parenthood allowances
• Up to 50% off food across the group's venues
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression within a supportive company

If you’re ready to bring your passion, leadership, and creativity to a venue that celebrates quality and community, we want to hear from you!

👉 Apply today by sending your CV to MCG Recruitment — don't delay!