Sous Chef - Aviator

JW Lees; Stockport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A historic brewery chain is seeking a Sous Chef to join their talented kitchen team. In this role, you will lead in the Head Chef's absence, assist with menu development, and support the growth of junior kitchen staff. Competitive benefits include a profit share, discounts on food, and opportunities for career progression. If you are passionate about delivering quality food in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Annual profit share

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food when on shift

Discounted stays in hotels and inns

A fair share of tips

Wellbeing support

Opportunities to grow

Access to discounts through BenefitHub

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to lead a team in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Attention to detail in food presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Support menu development and stock management.
• Guide junior kitchen staff members.

Job description

Sous Chef Vacancy

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our 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 Assistance 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 absence of the Head Chef
• 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 ensure that fresh, quality food is presented each time
• The Sous Chef plays an integral role in training and developing junior team members

About JW Lees:

Proudly family owned and nearly 200 years old, JW Lees is 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 sticking together. Our six values are at the heart of everything we do: Proud, Savvy, Honest, Passionate, Personal, and Together.