Sous Chef jobs in United Kingdom

Sous Chef – Beautiful Venue on the Edge of the Forest of Bowland
Location: Burnley
Job Type: Full Time | 5 Days Over 7
Salary: from £33,500 + Tips & Benefits
Are you a skilled Sous Chef passionate about cooking with fresh, high-quality ingredients? Our client, a well-established venue on the edge of the stunning Forest of Bowland, is looking for a talented Sous Chef to join their busy kitchen team.
About the Role:
You will work alongside the Head Chef to deliver exceptional food service in a fast-paced environment. The menu features fresh, seasonal produce including pastas, salads, hand-stretched pizzas, gourmet burgers, and more. This is a great chance to grow your culinary skills while leading and inspiring a kitchen team.
Key Responsibilities:
• Support Head Chef in daily kitchen operations and smooth service delivery
• Lead, motivate, and manage the kitchen team during busy service times
• Maintain high standards of food preparation, presentation, and hygiene
• Assist with menu planning and new dish creation
• Oversee stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation
• Train and develop junior kitchen staff
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene regulations
Who We’re Looking For:
• Proven Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie experience in a fresh food environment
• Strong leadership and effective communication skills
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure
• Skilled in cooking from scratch with fresh, seasonal ingredients
• Dedicated to maintaining excellent kitchen standards and teamwork
What’s Included:
• Share of generous cash tips
• Access to profit share scheme
• Flexible shift patterns + enhanced holiday allowance
• Training & apprenticeship programmes tailored to your development
• Wage streaming – access your pay when you need it
• Long service awards + birthday gift
If you’re an experienced Sous Chef or ambitious Senior Chef de Partie ready to take the next step in your culinary career and work with quality fresh produce in a beautiful setting, we want to hear from you.
Apply today!
Contact Dave Hayes at:
Dave@perfect-recruitment.co.uk
________________________________________
By applying, you consent to the use of your personal data in accordance with GDPR and agree for Perfect Recruitment to retain your information for recruitment purposes under the Employment Agencies Act 1973.