Sous Chef - Newcastle

Mansell Consulting Group Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious restaurant group in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking for a talented Sous Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. You will collaborate closely with the Head Chef to ensure exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate is an experienced professional with a passion for quality and an ability to lead and motivate others. Benefits include birthdays off, enhanced parenthood allowances, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Birthdays off

Enhanced parenthood allowances

Up to 50% off food

Ongoing training and career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a high-quality, fresh food environment.
• Passion for guest experience and pride in quality.
• Ability to train and motivate junior chefs.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head Chef to deliver outstanding dishes.
• Inspire junior chefs and maintain high standards of quality.
• Drive a successful kitchen operation.

Skills

Leadership skills

Creativity

Financial awareness

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

About the Venue

Our client has created an upmarket yet friendly and informal drinking and dining restaurant, offering a true sense of local community while bursting with elegance, style, and personality. It's an Instagram‑worthy venue known for its phenomenal food, exceptional service, and outstanding teamwork.

The Role - Sous Chef

We're searching for a talented and experienced Sous Chef to join this passionate, driven kitchen team. You'll work closely with the Head Chef to deliver consistently outstanding dishes and a memorable dining experience.

You'll be hands‑on in the kitchen, leading by example, inspiring junior chefs, and helping to maintain the highest standards of quality, hygiene, and service.

What We’re Looking For:

• A motivated, creative Sous Chef with proven experience in a high‑quality, fresh food environment
• A passion for guest experience and pride in delivering excellence on every plate
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, mentor, and motivate junior chefs
• Financial awareness and understanding of how to drive a successful, profitable kitchen operation
• A calm, organized professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative team

Perks & Benefits:

• Birthdays off – because you deserve to celebrate!
• Enhanced parenthood allowances
• Up to 50% off food across the group's venues
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression within a supportive company

If you’re ready to bring your passion, leadership, and creativity to a venue that celebrates quality and community, we want to hear from you!

👉 Apply today by sending your CV to MCG Recruitment — don't delay!