Sous Chef – Country Pub

Goldenkeys; Henley-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A country pub near Henley-on-Thames is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join their growing kitchen team. This role offers a competitive salary package and live-in accommodation. As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations while ensuring high-quality dishes using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. This is a fantastic opportunity for career growth in a supportive kitchen environment.

Benefits

48,000 salary package

Live-in accommodation

Fresh, locally sourced produce

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment as a Sous Chef.
• Ability to manage and lead a kitchen team.
• Strong culinary skills with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef in leading kitchen operations.
• Delivering consistency and quality in all dishes.
• Training and mentoring junior kitchen staff.
• Contributing creatively to menu development.
• Taking charge of the kitchen during the Head Chef's absence.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Handling

Restaurant Experience

Kitchen Management Experience

Food Preparation Experience

Kitchen Experience

Labor Cost Analysis

Catering

Cooking

Cost Control

Sanitation

Knife Skills

Job description

Job Description

We’re delighted to be working with a beautifully restored country pub near Henley-on-Thames which is looking for a talented Sous Chef to join their growing kitchen team. This is an exciting chance to be part of a pub‑restaurant that prides itself on fresh locally sourced produce and seasonal menus.

The kitchen currently caters for around 40 covers with exciting expansion plans to increase the restaurant to 70 covers alongside a brand‑new bar area. As Sous Chef you’ll work closely with the Head Chef and a brigade of five supporting the smooth running of service while bringing creativity, consistency and flair to every dish.

Live‑in accommodation is available making this a great opportunity if you’re looking to relocate.

You’ll be wondering what’s in it for you as the Sous Chef

• 48,000 salary package
• 48‑hour contract (flexible hours available with adjusted salary)
• Live‑in accommodation available
• Fresh locally sourced produce and seasonal menus
• Play a key role in an exciting period of expansion

Responsibilities as the Sous Chef

• Supporting the Head Chef in leading the kitchen and managing day‑to‑day service
• Delivering consistency and quality across all dishes using fresh local produce
• Helping train and mentor junior members of the team
• Contributing to menu development and specials with creative input
• Stepping up and taking charge of the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving country pub with big plans for the future where you’ll have the chance to grow your career and be part of a supportive close‑knit kitchen team.

PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.

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Key Skills

Culinary Experience, Food Handling, Restaurant Experience, Kitchen Management Experience, Food Preparation Experience, Kitchen Experience, Labor Cost Analysis, Catering, Cooking, Cost Control, Sanitation, Knife Skills

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1