Sous Chef - Aviator

JW Lees; Stockport; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned family-owned brewery in Stockport is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence. This role involves menu development, stock management, and training junior staff while maintaining high culinary standards. Candidates should possess a strong background in kitchen leadership and a passion for great food. The position offers various perks, including profit share and discounts for employees and their families.

Benefits

Annual profit share

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food when on shift

Discounted hotel stays

Share of tips

Wellbeing support

Career growth opportunities

Access to a discount hub

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen leadership role, particularly as a Sous Chef.
• Ability to maintain high culinary standards and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong mentoring abilities to guide junior chefs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Support with menu development and stock management.
• Ensure high standards are maintained and motivate the team.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu development

Stock management

Attention to detail

Training and development

Job description

Sous Chef Vacancy

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join the talented kitchen team.

What we offer our Sous Chefs:

• Annual profit share, ensuring you share in the success of the company
• 30% discount on food and drink across our pubs and inns for you and friends and family
• 50% off food when on shift
• Discounted stays in our hotels and inns
• A fair share of tips
• Wellbeing support with our Employee Assistant Programme
• Great opportunities to grow in your role and progress your career
• Access to JW BenefitHub, giving you access to a huge range of high street and online discounts

What a Sous Chef does at JW Lees:

• Lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence
• Support with menu development, stock management and maintaining a safe and compliant kitchen
• Provide guidance to junior kitchen staff members
• Ensure that high standards and attention to detail are maintained, working with the team to achieve and maintain 5* Scores on the doors
• Continuously motivate the team to make sure that fresh quality food is presented each time
• The Sous Chef plays an integral role in training and development junior team member

About JW Lees:

Proudly family owned and nearly 200 years old, JW Lees are the original modern, traditional brewer. With 150 pubs, inns and hotels across the North West and North Wales, we are passionate about great beer, fantastic food and memorable experiences.

We put people at the heart of our business, always doing the right thing and always sticking together. Our six values are at the heart of everything we do:

Proud - Savvy - Honest - Passionate - Personal - Together