Weekdays Sous Chef — Creative, Fast-Paced Kitchen

14forty; Rugby; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

14forty, part of DHL & TK Maxx in Rugby, is seeking a Sous Chef for Monday to Friday, 12:00 to 20:00. The role offers a challenging, fast-paced kitchen where you’ll lead by example and help shape menus with bold flavours and precise execution.

You will support the Chef Manager, mentor junior chefs, and contribute to the day-to-day operations, including ordering and stock control, while maintaining top standards of food hygiene and presentation.

Qualifications

• A confident Chef de Partie or Sous Chef with experience in quality-focused kitchens.
• A love for food that’s both nourishing and exciting, think modern techniques, bold flavours, and balanced plates.
• Strong organisational skills – you know your way around a rota, prep list, and stockroom.
• Passion for developing others, you lead by example and raise the bar
• A sharp eye for food safety, consistency, and detail.
• Knowledge of portioning, food cost and waste control, flavour should be smart as well as satisfying.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef Manager in delivering food that’s full of flavour, consistency, and visual appeal across varied service formats, from wholesome grab and go to elegant plated dishes.
• Stay curious – help shape menus that celebrate quality ingredients and smart nutritional choices.
• Help foster a positive, high-performing kitchen culture where culinary standards are championed every day.
• Assist with ordering, stock control, and kitchen organisation to ensure smooth, efficient operations.
• Maintain best-in-class food hygiene and safety, with presentation that always feels considered.
• Support training, mentoring, and the development of junior chefs within the brigade.

Job description

14forty, part of DHL & TK Maxx in Rugby, is seeking a Sous Chef for Monday to Friday, 12:00 to 20:00. The role offers a challenging, fast-paced kitchen where you’ll lead by example and help shape menus with bold flavours and precise execution.

You will support the Chef Manager, mentor junior chefs, and contribute to the day-to-day operations, including ordering and stock control, while maintaining top standards of food hygiene and presentation.