Sous Chef (Live in available)

TN United Kingdom; Winchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their growing team in West Meon. This role offers the opportunity to work in a premium pub environment, where you will support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality cuisine while managing a dedicated team. With a clear pathway to Head Chef and various perks including discounts and development programs, this position is perfect for someone eager to grow their culinary career. Join a friendly team that values individual needs and fosters a supportive atmosphere, making a significant impact in the culinary world.

Benefits

Share of Tronc

Discounted Meals

Discounted Hotel Accommodation

Development Program

Lifestyle Card Discounts

Service Awards

Birthday Gift

Referral Incentives

Leadership Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Sous or Junior Sous Chef.
• Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and management team.
• Manage staff rosters and work allocation.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and service.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Presentation Skills

Leadership Skills

Food Safety Compliance

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

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Job Title: Sous Chef (Live-in available), West Meon

Location: West Meon, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

Job Reference: 487d244fb5fa

Job Views: 6

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

What’s in it for you?

• Up to £35,000 per annum plus a share of Tronc (up to £5,000 per year)
• Up to 33% off meals for you and up to 6 guests
• 33% off hotel accommodation & 20% for friends and family
• Development program with a clear pathway to Head Chef
• Access to the lifestyle card with over 5,000 discounts across various services (free for team members)
• Service Awards and a Birthday Gift
• Refer a friend and chef recruitment incentives up to £1,000
• Opportunity to develop leadership skills, training, coaching, and mentoring junior chefs
• Minimum 1 year experience as a Sous or Junior Sous Chef
• Right to Work in the UK
• Excellent culinary and presentation skills

Sous Chef Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and management team
• Work within company-defined menus and recipes
• Manage staff rosters and work allocation
• Support training and growth of team members
• Handle food ordering, stock control, and proper food storage
• Maintain high standards of food quality and service
• Ensure hygiene and presentation standards are met at all times
• Comply with food safety, fire, health & safety, licensing, and employment laws

About Us

We own a collection of beautiful, individual premium pubs across Southern England, situated in idyllic settings. Our pubs serve high-quality, fresh pub food in a cozy ambiance, with some offering charming bedrooms. Recently, we launched Harper’s Steakhouse, a premium American Steakhouse brand.

Why Join Us?

Upham Inns is growing, and we want you to grow with us. We are investing in our business and seeing great results. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our team. Our company is supportive yet caring about individual needs. We are a friendly, hands-on team passionate about running great pubs and eager to welcome like-minded people who want to work and grow with us.