Sous Chef

Recruit4staff are representing a well-established gastropub operator in their search for a Sous Chef to work at their well established pub on the outskirts of Wrexham

What are client is offering the successful Sous Chef :

Pay : £32,000 per annum

Hours of Work : 45 hour contract - hours will vary on a rota basis

Duration : Permanent

Benefits : Company welfare programme

Job Role :

Assist the Head Chef in planning and preparing menus with a focus on seasonal, fresh, and local produce.

Oversee daily food preparation, ensuring dishes meet the gastro pub’s high standards for quality and presentation.

Step into the Head Chef’s role during absences, maintaining consistency in the kitchen’s output.

Supervise cooking stations (grill, sauté, garnish, pastry, etc.) and assist staff when needed.

Ensure all kitchen operations comply with food hygiene regulations and gastro pub standards.

Monitor food storage, rotation, and stock to reduce waste.

Monitor portion control, wastage, and food costs to keep within budget.

What our client is looking for in the successful Sous Chef :

Previous experience working in a  kitchen - ESSENTIAL

Food Hygiene Certificate - ESSENTIAL

Formal culinary qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2 / 3 or equivalent) - DESIRABLE

Passion for British food, local produce, and creative menu development

Strong communication skills

Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced kitche...