Creative Sous Chef — Lead Fresh Kitchen & Menu Development

Sous Chef
, Country Inn, Knaresborough, £34,000

Independent Company, Recent Refurb Restaurant

The benefits include:

• £34K salary
• 5 days over 7
• Menu autonomy alongside the head chef
• Opportunity to hold a senior position within a talented team in a newly renovated kitchen
• Company support in working towards accolades
• Completely refurbished restaurant
• Pension scheme
• Very strong central support systems in place

Our clients operate this recently refurbished Country Inn with rooms in this quaint village in North Yorkshire with rail links to Leeds, York & Harrogate and are looking to recruit an innovative, creative, and passionate Sous Chef to oversee the team of talented chefs in this refurbished kitchen.

Serving a casual gastro pub style menu in a relaxed setting, you will be responsible for creating exciting new menus on a regular basis, using seasonal and local produce.

The Ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience as a sous chef or junior sous chef in a similar fresh food-led kitchen, whether in a hotel, restaurant, or gastro pub.
• Drive and creative flair.
• Understanding of menu development and costings.
• Knowledge of stock control, compliance, and allergens.
• Self-driven and proven leadership skills.
• Experience in developing and training staff.

If this sounds like the ideal position for you, then send your CV through the portal here to Eddy Nuttall at Dish hospitality, or give Eddy a call at the Dish hospitality Offices.