Sous Chef — Fresh Food, High-Volume Pub Kitchen Leader

Mint People; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip share

Career progression

Staff discounts

Company perks

Team environment

Job summary

Mint People is seeking a talented Sous Chef for a busy fresh food pub/restaurant in Clitheroe, Lancashire. The role requires leadership in a high-volume kitchen and a passion for classic British cuisine using seasonal ingredients.

You will support and deputise for the Head Chef, manage a dedicated kitchen team, and maintain the highest standards of hygiene, consistency and food quality. Generous tip share and clear progression opportunities on offer.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fresh food, high-volume kitchen.
• Confident in supporting and deputising for the Head Chef.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Passion for fresh, high-quality produce and classic British cuisine.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support and deputise for the Head Chef during shifts.
• Lead and manage a busy kitchen team to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety and consistency.
• Oversee food preparation and quality control for fresh dishes.

Skills

Fresh food experience

High-volume kitchen

Leadership

Communication

Hygiene & food safety

British cuisine knowledge

Job description

Mint People is seeking a talented Sous Chef for a busy fresh food pub/restaurant in Clitheroe, Lancashire. The role requires leadership in a high-volume kitchen and a passion for classic British cuisine using seasonal ingredients.

You will support and deputise for the Head Chef, manage a dedicated kitchen team, and maintain the highest standards of hygiene, consistency and food quality. Generous tip share and clear progression opportunities on offer.