Sous Chef - Duckworth Arms

JW Lees; Bury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

JW Lees, a family-owned brewery with nearly 200 years of tradition, seeks a Sous Chef to join their vibrant kitchen team. The role involves leading the kitchen, developing menus, and ensuring high food standards. Enjoy a range of benefits including profit share and dining discounts.

Benefits

Annual profit share

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food when on shift

Discounted hotel stays

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Growth opportunities in your role

Access to JW BenefitHub discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar kitchen role is essential.
• Ability to maintain high food standards and compliance.
• Skilled in training and developing junior chefs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Ensure high standards and quality of food presentation.
• Guide junior staff and manage kitchen operations.

Skills

Team Leadership

Menu Development

Stock Management

Motivational Skills

Attention to Detail

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 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 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, Together.