Sous Chef - Canteen Oxfordshire

Harri; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off meals

Discounts on benefits platform

Health & wellbeing support

1-year anniversary overnight stay

Stream financial wellbeing

Employee referral scheme

Staff meals on shift

Career progression training

Job summary

The Public House Group is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef for The Canteen Oxfordshire. This hands-on role involves leading the kitchen brigade, maintaining high standards of safety and quality, and helping craft seasonal menus in a busy, pub-restaurant setting.

Based at The Old coal yard, Gagingwell, OX7 4EF, you’ll work with a team focused on sustainable, locally sourced ingredients and excellent service. Competitive salary and benefits on offer.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a fast-paced, high-quality environment.
• Passion for sustainability and seasonal produce.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and lead during busy services.

Responsibilities

• Help lead, train, and mentor junior team members.
• Ensure health & safety, food quality, hygiene, and consistency.
• Contribute ideas for seasonal menus and daily specials.
• Be hands-on across sections during busy service.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Team mentoring

Health & safety knowledge

Job description

Are you an ambitious Sous Chef looking for an exciting new challenge?We are looking for enthusiastic and talented chefs to join our team at The Canteen Oxfordshire.

The Canteen will serve up rustic Italian dishes, crafted from seasonal local produce, celebrating the true flavours of Italy. If you’re enthusiastic about great food and delivering exceptional service, you should be a part of our team.

• LOCATION:The Old coal yard, Gagingwell, OX7 4EF

What's in it for you as a Sous Chef:

• 50% off food and drink in our pubs for a table of up to 4 people.
• Access to Benefits platformwith hundreds of discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, bars, restaurants + more.
• 24/7 Health and Wellbeing support,access support lines anytime for your mental, physical and financial health.
• Celebrate your 1-year work anniversarywith an overnight stay in the Cotswolds, on us!
• Access to Stream, A financial wellbeing platform, helping you manage, save and access up to 50% of your earnings in advance of payday.
• Earn more with our employee referral scheme.
• Deliciousstaff meals on shift.
• Career progression opportunities,on going training to develop yourself personally and professionally.

What you'll be doing as a Sous Chef:

• Help lead, train, and mentor junior team members.
• Ensure high standards of health and safety, food quality, hygiene, and consistency.
• Contribute ideas for seasonal menus and daily specials.
• Be hands-on, working across different sections during busy service periods.

About you, our new Sous Chef:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef in a fast-paced, high-quality environment.
• A passion for sustainability, seasonality, and a keen eye for detail and presentation.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• The ability to work under pressure and deliver exceptional results during busy service.
• A team player who can guide and lead junior team members with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
• A desire to learn and progress within the industry.
• Flexible approach to work.

About Us:

Public House Group is a collection of pubs and restaurants across London and the Cotswolds. Our journey began with The Pelican, setting the tone for everything that followed.

Each of our venues champions the very best of the UK, from responsibly sourced meats and seasonal vegetables to a carefully curated selection of wines and spirits.

At the heart of what we do is a commitment to craftsmanship, provenance and authenticity. We work closely with farmers, growers and suppliers who share our values, ensuring that every dish and every drink reflects quality, integrity and care.

As we continue to grow, our focus remains the same to create spaces that feel both timeless and contemporary, where guests experience honest food, thoughtful service and a genuine connection to British produce.

Compensation: Competitive salary