Sous Chef - Greyhound

JW Lees; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned brewery in the UK is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence. Responsibilities include menu development, stock management, and mentoring junior staff while maintaining high standards. With nearly 200 years of heritage, the company values people and offers benefits such as annual profit share and employee discounts. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to grow in their culinary career.

Benefits

Annual profit share

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food when on shift

Discounted hotel stays

Wellbeing support

Career growth opportunities

Access to discount benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment, ideally as a Sous Chef or similar role.
• Ability to lead a team and manage kitchen operations.
• Strong communication skills and ability to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Support with menu development and stock management.
• Ensure high standards and attention to detail are maintained.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Stock management

Attention to detail

Team motivation

Job description

Sous ChefVacancy

We are looking for a 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 of everything we do:

Proud - Savvy - Honest - Passionate - Personal - Together