Sous Chef- Live in Available

St Austell Brewery; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known pub company located in a beautiful coastal destination is seeking an Assistant Head Chef to join their talented kitchen team. The role involves supporting the Head Chef, maintaining high food standards, and adapting the menu to guest needs. Requirements include experience in a fast-paced kitchen and strong organizational skills. The position offers live-in accommodation and various employee perks, fostering a supportive and flexible workplace.

Benefits

Live-in accommodation

30% discount on food and drink

50% off overnight stays

£150 towards a stay in one of our pubs

Discount scheme across hundreds of retailers

Great training and opportunities for progression

Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours

Family-friendly, flexible working arrangements

Paid time off to volunteer

Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain a clean, tidy, and safe kitchen.
• Confident in using stock management systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team.
• Ensure all procedures are followed and dish specifications are met.
• Utilize menu writing processes to adapt offerings.

Skills

Experience in a fast-paced kitchen

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Food safety and hygiene knowledge

Stock management

Job description

The Victoria Inn is a scenic pub, complete with comfy rooms, set in the heart of Salcombe, a stone’s throw from the banks of Kingsbridge Estuary.

You will be working in one of South Devon’s most beautiful coastal destinations, rightly designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The pub is popular among locals and tourists alike, featuring a characterful interior with cosy nooks and a roaring log fire, and an outside suntrap beer garden.

We are looking for a versatile Assistant Head Chef with experience working in a fast-paced environment. Join our talented kitchen team and work alongside passionate people using locally sourced produce to deliver high-quality food that delights our guests.

As Assistant Head Chef, you will support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team, ensuring all procedures are followed, and dish specifications are precisely met. You will also utilize the flexibility of our menu writing processes to adapt our offerings to meet the needs of our business and guests.

What we offer:

• Live-in accommodation
• 30% discount on food and drink, and 50% off overnight stays in our pubs
• £150 towards a stay in one of our pubs
• Discount scheme across hundreds of retailers
• Great training and opportunities for progression
• Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours (up to £10 value)
• Family-friendly, flexible working arrangements
• Paid time off to volunteer

Our Chefs:

• Are well-organized, adaptable, with a genuine interest in food
• Take pride in maintaining a clean, tidy, and safe kitchen
• Are key to keeping the kitchen efficient during busy times
• Are confident in using stock management systems

To apply, please contact [emailprotected] for more information.

St Austell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We support flexible working requests.

Early applications are encouraged as we review applications throughout the recruitment process and may close the advert at any time. Please do not contact recruitment agencies or media sales; we do not accept speculative CVs from agencies.