Sous Chef — Lead & Inspire a High-Performing Kitchen

Dicconson Arms; Appley Moor; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Brand discounts 33%

Friends and family discounts 20%

Wagestream financial toolkit

Paid qualifications

Career progression opportunities

Gym discounts

Team socials

Job summary

Pesto Dicconson Arms is seeking a Sous Chef who is passionate about great food, training strong teams and delivering smiles to guests. You’ll run a section, lead the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence and help create dishes that reflect authentic Italian piattini inspired menus.

Join us for flexible shifts, staff discounts and opportunities to grow through paid qualifications, with a supportive team culture and clear progression paths.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen section and stepping up in the Head Chef's absence.
• Ability to train and inspire kitchen staff to deliver quality dishes.
• Strong knowledge of health and hygiene regulations and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead your kitchen section and ensure the team works together as one.
• Train and develop junior chefs and continuously improve service.
• Assist Head Chef with food ordering, preparation and stock control.
• Maintain adherence to branded menu standards and consistency across dishes.
• Manage Chefs and the wider kitchen team with confidence.
• Oversee health and hygiene compliance in the kitchen.

Skills

Team leadership

Food preparation

Stock control

Branded menu execution

Job description

Pesto Dicconson Arms is seeking a Sous Chef who is passionate about great food, training strong teams and delivering smiles to guests. You’ll run a section, lead the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence and help create dishes that reflect authentic Italian piattini inspired menus.

Join us for flexible shifts, staff discounts and opportunities to grow through paid qualifications, with a supportive team culture and clear progression paths.