Sous Chef - Saint James Square

Pho; Guildford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant restaurant chain in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to support a skilled kitchen team. The role involves hands-on cooking, mentorship of junior chefs, and a commitment to food safety. Ideal candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in a similar role and be ready to contribute to a lively kitchen environment. The position offers competitive pay and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Free fresh meals at work

50% off all food and drink

Get paid every 2 weeks

Confidential Employer Assistance Program

Company pension

Amazing training during initial weeks

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role.
• Experience assisting the Head Chef with managerial duties.
• Strong understanding of food safety and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist in various kitchen sections.
• Mentor junior chefs and manage kitchen duties.

Skills

Hands-on cooking skills

Passion for fresh food

Food safety knowledge

Mentorship experience

Job description

Sous Chef - Saint James Square

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

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 16.00 per hour includes earnings received through tronc.

Who and what is Pho?

We are named after Vietnam’s famous noodle soup – PH . 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 everyday :

• 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 minimum x1 years' in 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, lines chefs and salad chefs.
• Strong knowledge in food safety and managing compliance within health and safety regulations