Sous Chef - Vale Royal Abbey Arms

JW Lees; Northwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

JW Lees, a family-owned brewery with a proud heritage, is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to be part of their dynamic kitchen team. The role involves leading the kitchen staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality dishes, and developing junior team members, all while enjoying a range of excellent employee benefits.

Benefits

Annual profit share

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food when on shift

Discounted stays in hotels

Wellbeing support

Career growth opportunities

Access to discounts via JW BenefitHub

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar kitchen environment as Sous Chef.
• Ability to lead and develop junior kitchen staff.
• Strong understanding of stock management and kitchen compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Support menu development and maintain kitchen safety.
• Provide guidance to junior team members and motivate the team.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Development

Kitchen Management

Team Motivation

Job description

Sous Chef Vacancy

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our talented kitchen team.

What we offer our Sous Chefs:

• Annual profit share, ensuring you share in the success of the company
• 30% discount on food and drink across our pubs and inns for you and friends and family
• 50% off food when on shift
• Discounted stays in our hotels and inns
• A fair share of tips
• Wellbeing support with our Employee Assistance Programme
• Great opportunities to grow in your role and progress your career
• Access to JW BenefitHub, giving you access to a huge range of high street and online discounts

What a Sous Chef does at JW Lees:

• Lead the kitchen team in the absence of the Head Chef
• Support with menu development, stock management, and maintaining a safe and compliant kitchen
• Provide guidance to junior kitchen staff members
• Ensure high standards and attention to detail are maintained, working with the team to achieve and maintain 5* Scores on the doors
• Continuously motivate the team to present fresh, quality food each time
• The Sous Chef plays an integral role in training and developing junior team members

About JW Lees:

Proudly family owned and nearly 200 years old, JW Lees is the original modern, traditional brewer. With 150 pubs, inns, and hotels across the North West and North Wales, we are passionate about great beer, fantastic food, and memorable experiences.

We put people at the heart of our business, always doing the right thing and sticking together. Our six values are:

• Proud
• Savvy
• Honest
• Passionate
• Personal
• Together