Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen, Grow with Southern BBQ

Hickory's Smokehouse; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip Jar

Free team food

Birthday meal on shift

Christmas Day off

Paid time off

25% team discount

Road trips to BBQ hotspots

Fundraising activities

Job summary

Hickory's Smokehouse in the UK is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence and to coach and mentor the team. You will work to deliver authentic fresh food and uphold the high standards our Smokehouse is known for, while supporting the development of junior staff.

Join an award-winning brigade with progression opportunities, a strong training culture, and a generous package including a tip jar and life-friendly work balance.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a kitchen setting.
• Ability to train and coach junior staff.
• Strong organisation and communication in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Coach and mentor the brigade to maintain high standards.
• Oversee food preparation to deliver authentic Southern-style BBQ.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Kitchen management

Team collaboration

Job description

Hickory's Smokehouse in the UK is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence and to coach and mentor the team. You will work to deliver authentic fresh food and uphold the high standards our Smokehouse is known for, while supporting the development of junior staff.

Join an award-winning brigade with progression opportunities, a strong training culture, and a generous package including a tip jar and life-friendly work balance.