Sous Chef - Live in option - Wiremill

Hall & Woodhouse Brewery & Managed; Lingfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable brewery and pub company in the heart of the English countryside is seeking an experienced Sous chef to join their team. This role offers competitive pay, 60% off meals, consistent hours, and the opportunity for training and development. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational and supervisory skills, alongside a passion for high standards and sustainable practices. The position promises a supportive working environment and a clear path to career advancement within the company.

Benefits

60% off meals

Free chef uniform

Accommodation support if required

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum experience as a chef in a supervisory role.
• Ability to run service and deputize for the Head Chef.
• Competence in all aspects of kitchen administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage service and supervise kitchen staff.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Supervisory experience

Expertise in cooking techniques

Food safety and hygiene knowledge

Job description

Live in available + Tips + 60% off meals + Consistent hours + Sunday Times Best Places to Work...

Lakeside Setting - Wonderful Wiremill. Part of the Hall & Woodhouse family of exceptional destination pubs with rooms, the Wiremill is a great fun place to work sitting beside a glorious lake nestled in the heart of the countryside. The converted 15th Century mill is the perfect setting to enjoy great food and drink and soak up fabulous hospitality for the day, or a well earned longer break. With a large lakeside terrace, the pub is a bustling window on nature in summer and the traditional interior provides a cosy bolt-hole to relax and unwind bringing in guests all year around.

We are boosting our kitchen leadership team and have an opening for an experienced senior chef.

Your rewards as a Sous chef in our team:

• A sensible work life balance with 5 days working, consistent hours and excellent conditions
• Pay of £14.05 per hour
• Pay further boosted by a share of tips
• 60% off meals on duty, free chef uniform and kitchen shoes
• Extra rewards for outstanding performance
• A full package of lifestyle benefits in a business with sustainability at it's core
• Training and development with a clear path to Head Chef within H&W, a Sunday Times best places to work company
• Pathway to Level 3 professional Production Chef apprenticeship, subject to meeting entry conditions
• Accommodation at a cost of £74.62 pw if required (subject to availability)
• A warm and friendly welcome and all the support you need to succeed

Apply if you are a Sous chef who is:

• A highly organized Chef with supervisory experience in high end standard fayre
• Able to run service, deputizing for Head Chef when required
• Skilled in a range of cooking techniques with a broad food knowledge
• Able to work to precise specifications for cooking and presentation, without deviation
• Competent in all aspects of kitchen administration
• Highly proficient in food safety and hygiene regulations including allergens
• Able to lead, inspire and support the team's development
• A chef that enjoys the buzz of a busy service, and who cares about your craft
• Diligent about compliance and sustainability
• Career minded and looking for long term job security
• Seeking an employer that recognizes and rewards commitment and talent

Previous experience as a chef in a similar role with supervisory responsibility and the ability to work as part of a team in a high paced and exciting kitchen is required. If that's you apply today!