Sous Chef - Lead Creative Menus & Team Growth

Oli Aubrey-Thomas; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

20% discount in all Young’s pubs and h

Share save Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

28 Days Holiday per year

Job summary

The Libertine in Westbourne is seeking a Sous Chef to join a vibrant pub kitchen, working 45 hours per week. You will lead a team, contribute to menu creation, and take an active hands-on role in delivering quality food in a welcoming environment.

Benefits include free meals, 20% discount in Young’s pubs and hotels, share save scheme, a company pension, and 28 days holiday per year, with ongoing development opportunities through our internal programmes.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef or Senior CDP with leadership qualities.
• Able to lead and develop a team while maintaining quality food.
• Hands-on approach with strong communication skills.
• Proven planning and organisational skills for GP and labour control.
• Creative input to design and deliver new dishes.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen staff rota, training and health and safety.
• Collaborate with Head Chef to design daily specials and menus.
• Lead by example to ensure high-quality service and food.
• Drive sales and growth through kitchen/front of house engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Team development

Planning and organisation

Hands-on chef

Creativity in menu design

Driving sales

Job description

The Libertine in Westbourne is seeking a Sous Chef to join a vibrant pub kitchen, working 45 hours per week. You will lead a team, contribute to menu creation, and take an active hands-on role in delivering quality food in a welcoming environment.

Benefits include free meals, 20% discount in Young’s pubs and hotels, share save scheme, a company pension, and 28 days holiday per year, with ongoing development opportunities through our internal programmes.