Sous Chef, Maidenhead – up to £45,000 including Tronc
We’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join the team at a busy, food-led pub in Maidenhead known for its seasonal menus and strong local following. This is a great chance to work with a talented and supportive team and grow your career.
Why You’ll Love This Sous Chef Role
Sous Chef in Maidenhead, you’ll get:
- Great Earnings: A base salary of upto £40,000 plus an additional £5,000 in Tronc, for a total of £45,000 OTE.
- Career Growth: There are opportunities to grow within an expanding group.
- Creative Input: You’ll assist the Head Chef with menu planning and execution.
- Fantastic Perks: Enjoy discounted or free food, and take advantage of our cycle-to-work scheme and company events.
Your Responsibilities
As our Sous Chef, you will play a key role in the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and leading the team. Your main duties will include:
- Supervising and motivating the kitchen staff to ensure high standards of food quality and presentation are met.
- Overseeing stock control, ordering, and waste management.
- Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
- Stepping up to lead the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will have strong cooking skills and a passion for working with a supportive team. You should have:
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef
- Strong leadership abilities with a hands-on, supportive approach.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- A culinary qualification or equivalent experience is preferred.
Ready to take on this exciting Sous Chef role in Maidenhead? Apply today!
Job Title: Sous Chef
Location: Maidenhead
Job Ref: 933615 / INDCHEFS
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