Sous Chef with view to progress to HC soon

Shepherd Neame; Lee; Sur place; GBP 20 000 - 21 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive hourly pay plus tips

Early wage withdrawal

25% discount on food and drink at Shep

25% discount on overnight stays at Pub

Up to 40% off Visitor Centre Shop in F

Exclusive discounts via Sheps Hut

Workplace Mental Health Platform

Company pension plan

Career development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Résumé du poste

The Crown Blackheath is seeking a Sous Chef with view to progress to Head Chef soon. This full-time role at a historic pub offers leadership in the kitchen and opportunities to advance within Britain’s oldest brewer. You’ll join a team delivering high-quality, consistent dishes in a busy pub setting.

Competitive hourly pay and benefits accompany the role, with a focus on developing your skills, supporting the Head Chef, and mentoring junior staff as you progress toward senior responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience as a sous chef with leadership responsibilities in a busy kitchen.
• Strong focus on hygiene, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsabilités

• Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and team leadership.
• Take responsibility for sections of the kitchen, ensuring dishes meet company standards.
• Mentor and develop junior chefs, fostering a positive and productive environment.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and compliance at all times.
• Contribute ideas for menu development and seasonal specials.
• Help with stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation.

Connaissances

Leadership

Kitchen management

Mentor juniors

Hygiene standards

Menu development

Stock control

Description du poste

Sous Chef with view to progress to HC soon

Company:

Location:

Blackheath , SE3

Country:

United Kingdom

Job Type:

14.55 - 15 per hour

Job Description

Sous Chef with view to progress to HC soon

The Crown Blackheath

Employment type: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: 15.00 per hour

Sous Chef – Take the Next Step with Britain’s Oldest Brewer!

At Shepherd Neame, we know that great food is at the heart of a memorable experience. As a Sous Chef, you’ll play a key leadership role in the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and leading the team to deliver exceptional quality and consistency. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced chef ready to progress their career.

Where You’ll Be Working

A former coaching inn dating back to the 16th century, the Crown is at the heart of bustling Blackheath Village, with an alfresco area at the front of the pub providing the perfect spot for soaking up Blackheath’s cosmopolitan atmosphere.

What You’ll Do

• Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and team leadership.
• Take responsibility for sections of the kitchen, ensuring dishes meet company standards.
• Mentor and develop junior chefs, fostering a positive and productive environment.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and compliance at all times.
• Contribute ideas for menu development and seasonal specials.
• Help with stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation.

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive hourly pay plus a share of tips
• Early wage withdrawal scheme
• 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight stays at Managed House Hotels
• Up to 40% off select purchases from our Visitor Centre Shop in Faversham
• Exclusive discounts via Sheps Hut on hundreds of high street brands
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension plan
• Career development opportunities across our pubs, Brewery, and Support Office
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle

What You’ll Need

We’re looking for behaviours that make a great Sous Chef:

• Working Together – you inspire confidence, guide others positively and enjoy working collaboratively and supporting colleagues.
• Pride and Passion – you care about quality, presentation, ensure consistency and high standards.
• Sheps Spirit – you bring enthusiasm and a passion for food.
• Authenticity – you stay calm and proactive when things get busy.

Why Shepherd Neame?

Our culture is built on Sheps Spirit, Working Together, Pride and Passion, and Authenticity - values that have guided us for over 300 years. When you join us, you become part of a team that celebrates tradition while shaping the future.

Ready to bring your personality and passion to the kitchen?