About This Role
This role involves joining the kitchen team of a 17th-century country inn, cooking honest, quality pub food with fresh, seasonal, and local produce. You will work alongside the Head Chef, running your own section and contributing to seasonal menus.
Responsibilities
- Run a section during service
- Perform prep and mise en place
- Contribute ideas for specials and seasonal menus
- Support and guide junior kitchen staff
- Maintain food safety, allergen, and HACCP standards
- Manage stock rotation and minimise waste
- Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and control waste to optimise operational efficiency
- Train team members in food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and service protocols
- Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service flow and guest satisfaction
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Chef / Sous Chef or Chef de Partie
- Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene certificate (or higher)
- A passion for fresh, seasonal, local food
- Calm under pressure and a strong team player
- Able to work evenings and weekends
- Proven supervising experience in a fast-paced culinary environment
- Strong background in food production, preparation, and cooking techniques
- Excellent team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff
- Deep understanding of kitchen operations, food safety standards, and hospitality best practices
- Ability to lead by example in food presentation, cleanliness, and customer service
- Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and management
- Demonstrated leadership qualities with a passion for culinary innovation and excellence
Benefits
- Creative input into menus
- Clear path to progression
- Staff meals and discounts
- Paid holiday
- Workplace pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Work-life balance with fair rotas and minimal split shifts
- Every hour paid (no salary traps)
- Transparent tips package, paid at mutually agreed intervals
- Training and support for professional development
Important Details
- Employment type: full-time and part-time positions available
- Own transport recommended, as we're in a rural location
Application Process
- Apply with your CV through this listing
- You are also very welcome to pop in for a chat