Sous Chef - Live In

Heartwood Inns; Gerrards Cross; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartwood Inns is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their award-winning kitchen team. With a focus on fresh, seasonal dishes, this role offers a competitive salary, live-in accommodation, and numerous employee benefits. Ideal candidates will have 3-4 years of experience and strong leadership skills, contributing to a vibrant and supportive kitchen environment.

Benefits

Live in Accommodation Available

Bespoke training and development

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Instant pay access through EarlyPay

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

50% off food at any Heartwood Inns

Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus

Discounts on hundreds of retailers

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• 3-4 years experience in a Sous Chef role or similar.
• Proven track record in running service from the line.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Run service from the line and assist the head chef.
• Deliver training and support to kitchen staff.
• Work on and run any sections in the kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership

Fresh food cuisine

Training and support

Job description

Job Description

Sous Chef

On Target Earnings £17 * (Including TRONC)

Live in Accommodation Available

At Heartwood Collection, were on the lookout for passionate and vibrant individuals to join our kitchen team as a Sous Chef

Were an award-winning group of cosy pubs and atmospheric brasseries that truly feel like home. From the elegance of Brasserie Blanc to the charm of Heartwood Inns, we pride ourselves on serving fresh, seasonal dishes to our local communities.

What we offer:

• Salary package includes TRONC*
• Live in Accommodation Available
• Contract average of 48 hours with paid overtime
• Bespoke training and development through our Stepping Stones programme
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program with Hospitality Action
• Instant pay access through EarlyPay
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
• Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus
• 50% off food at any Heartwood Inns or Brasserie Blanc, plus a 20% discount for family and friends
• A birthday gift and Long Service Recognition
• Discounts on hundreds of retailers and experiences via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme

About You:

• Have a proven track record in running service from the line, fresh food cuisine and delivering training and support to chefs
• Able to work on and run any sections in the kitchen team, demonstrate leadership skills and assist the head chef
• 3-4 years experience in a Sous Chef role or similar, preferably with exposure to branded operations and a basic understanding of administration operations

Heartwood Collection is a multi-award-winning hospitality group:

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work winner 2024
• Double winner at the Publican Awards 2024
• Best Pub Brand/ Concept at the Publican Awards 2025

At Heartwood Collection, were excited about the future. With over 40 locations now and plans to expand to more than 60 by 2027, including over 500 bedrooms, theres never been a better time to join us. Were committed to growing our team with progression opportunities across our estate.

Join us and be part of a community thats warm, genuine, and full of life.

*On Target Earnings is based on a 48-hour working week, TRONC is calculated from the expected 6 months' site average

Please note, we cannot take applications from overseas

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