Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen, Menu Creation & Team Growth

Wales; Wales; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday paid holiday

Lead-Inn development program

Paid Breaks

50% off food

£1 stays Jan-Mar

1/3 off room bookings

£50 same day bookings

15% off bed and breakfast

Employee Assistance Programme

Give-inn back

Best Pub Employer award

Job summary

The Inn Collection Group's Swallow Falls Inn, nestled beside Swallow Falls near Betws-y-Coed, is seeking a Sous Chef to lead with passion for fresh ingredients and high standards.

You'll work closely with the Head Chef, manage a talented kitchen team, contribute to menu development and costing, and ensure smooth daily operations even under pressure.

If you’re energised by a challenge and love delivering hospitality excellence, you’ll fit right in at our award-winning group.

Responsibilities

• As Sous Chef, you’ll be at the heart of our kitchen, ensuring every dish showcases the best of fresh, quality ingredients and reflects our high standards.
• Working closely with the Head Chef, you’ll help maintain consistent excellence across all areas of the kitchen, bringing both skill and creativity to every aspect of the role.
• From managing a talented team to contributing to menu development and costing, you’ll shape the guest experience.
• Beyond cooking, your role will include stock control, ordering from nominated suppliers, and overseeing kitchen cleanliness.
• You’ll take charge in the Head Chef’s absence, managing the team and ensuring smooth daily operations.

Job description

The Inn Collection Group's Swallow Falls Inn, nestled beside Swallow Falls near Betws-y-Coed, is seeking a Sous Chef to lead with passion for fresh ingredients and high standards.

You'll work closely with the Head Chef, manage a talented kitchen team, contribute to menu development and costing, and ensure smooth daily operations even under pressure.

If you’re energised by a challenge and love delivering hospitality excellence, you’ll fit right in at our award-winning group.