Sous Chef
Job Description
Job description: We're looking for an experienced and hands on Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at The Jockey Inn, a well loved countryside pub and restaurant serving freshly prepared, quality food in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
Working closely with the Head Chef, you'll play a key role in the day to day running of the kitchen, helping to lead the team, maintain high standards, and ensure every dish leaving the pass reflects the quality we're known for.
The Role- Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations and service
- Leading and supervising the kitchen team, including training and mentoring junior chef
- Preparing and cooking dishes to a consistently high standard
- Ensuring food quality, presentation, and portion control meet our standards
- Maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene, and health & safety practices
- Assisting with stock control, ordering, and minimising waste
- Working closely with front of house to ensure smooth, well timed service
- Taking charge of the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef or in a supervisory kitchen role
- Strong cooking skills and a solid background in fresh food preparation
- Confident leadership skills with a supportive, team focused approach
- Good working knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance
- Level 2 Food Safety qualification (essential)
- Well organised, reliable and calm under pressure
- A friendly countryside pub environment with a close knit team
- The chance to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients
- A supportive Head Chef and positive kitchen culture
- Opportunities for career development and progression
- Staff meals and a great working atmosphere
- Weekly paid tips
If you're a motivated Sous Chef looking to take the next step in a quality pub kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits:- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On site parking
- Worcester WR8 9DQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
- Sous Chef: 1 year (required)
How to apply: Email CV with cover letter to
Ref: Please quote 'Pershore Patty Job Board' when applying directly.
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