Sous Chef - Bellflower

JW Lees Careers; Preston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable pub chain in Preston is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team, especially in the Head Chef's absence. Key responsibilities include supporting menu development, managing stock, and guiding junior kitchen staff to maintain high standards. Candidates should have kitchen leadership experience and the ability to motivate a team. This role offers competitive perks, including profit sharing and discounts on food and drink.

Benefits

Annual profit share

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food while on shift

Discounted stays at hotels and inns

Fair share of tips

Wellbeing support

Opportunities for career growth

Access to discounts via JW BenefitHub

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen leadership role.
• Understanding of menu development and stock management.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior staff.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Menu Development

Stock Management

Team Motivation

Attention to Detail

Job description

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We arelooking fora 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 ofeverything we do :

Proud - Savvy - Honest - Passionate - Personal - Together