Sous Chef

Sous Chef

Salary: £32,000 per year
Company: Hampshire Pub Co
Venue: The Bird in Hand

About The Bird in Hand

The Bird in Hand is part of Hampshire Pub Co, a growing hospitality group operating a collection of pubs and hospitality venues across Hampshire.

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at The Bird in Hand and work closely with the Head Chef to deliver consistently high standards of food and service.

The Role

As Sous Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and helping lead the team through busy services.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Head Chef with the daily running of the kitchen
• Leading services and taking responsibility for the kitchen when the Head Chef is away
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency
• Supporting stock control, ordering, wastage and GP management
• Training, developing and supporting members of the kitchen team
• Helping maintain an organised, clean and efficient kitchen
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards are consistently followed

About You

We are looking for someone who is hands-on, dependable and comfortable working in a busy pub kitchen.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or experienced Junior Sous Chef
• Confidence running sections and leading full services
• A good understanding of stock control, wastage and kitchen costs
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• High standards of cleanliness and food presentation
• A positive attitude and willingness to support and develop the wider kitchen team

What We Offer

• £32,000 annual salary
• A stable, permanent role at The Bird in Hand
• Opportunities for progression within Hampshire Pub Co
• Support from an experienced management and operations team
• The opportunity to develop towards a future Head Chef position
• A working environment focused on good food, strong standards and team development

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £32,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person