Sous Chef - Pho - Exeter

Pho Restaurants; Exeter; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their vibrant kitchen team in Exeter. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where fresh, flavorful dishes are crafted daily. As a key member of the kitchen, you will support the Head Chef, mentor junior chefs, and ensure high standards of food safety and quality. With a commitment to exceptional service and culinary excellence, this position promises a rewarding experience. Join a company that values hard work, creativity, and teamwork, and enjoy great perks like free meals and flexible pay options.

Benefits

Free fresh meals at work

50% off food and drink

Bi-weekly pay

Wagestream for quicker pay

Annual parties

Referral bonuses

Employer Assistance Program

Company pension

Training programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience as Sous Chef or Second Chef.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and manage kitchen staff effectively.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.

Skills

Hands-on cooking

Food safety knowledge

Team management

Mentoring skills

Education

Experience as Sous Chef

Job description

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our busy Pho restaurant in Exeter.

Our kitchen has a wonderful team of chefs who work very hard and are great at what they do, so it’s important we find the right Sous Chef who is going to be supportive, friendly and hands-on, always ready to help in the different sections of the kitchen.

Salary offer of up to £16 per hour includes earnings received through tronc.

Who and what is Pho?

We are named after Vietnam's famous noodle soup - PHỞ. A rich bowl of broth, rice noodle and plenty of meat (or veggies)! But we also have more amazing things to offer in our menu…

Here are some examples of some of the many fresh dishes we cook and serve every day:

• Freshly handmade spring & summer rolls
• Homemade pork & lemongrass meatballs
• Crunchy, fresh and flavoursome salads
• Delicious rich curries
• Wok-fried noodles topped with meat, tofu or more healthy vegetables

We have grown into a nationwide business, with our teams bringing our fresh food and fantastic service to cities and towns all over the country, building a steady following of ‘Pho-natics’ wherever we go!

What Pho can offer you!

• Free fresh meals at work
• 50% off all food and drink when dining in our restaurants, for you and up to 5 friends!
• Get paid every 2 weeks! Or…
• … Get paid quicker with Wagestream
• We love to work hard and play even harder at our awesome annual parties!
• Earn more money if your friends join us (£100-£1000 extra for each friend)
• Confidential Employer Assistance Program, to support you with any troubles you may be facing.
• Company pension
• Amazing training during your first few weeks and beyond

What Pho is looking for:

• Hands-on chefs who are passionate about cooking fresh, vibrant and flavoursome food.
• Second Chef or Sous Chef with a minimum of 1 year in the role.
• Experience being second in command in a kitchen, assisting both the Head Chef with managerial duties and being a mentor to our wok chefs, line chefs and salad chefs.
• Strong knowledge in food safety and managing compliance with health and safety regulations.