Sous Chef

Job Overview
Project Pizza and Wine is a fun and laid-back, Neapolitan inspired pizza and wine bar in the Whitley Bay Area.

We are seeking a Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and support all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and presentation are maintained consistently.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a kitchen and a commitment to delivering an exceptional customer experience.

Duties

• Support daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, stock control, and maintaining cleanliness
• Manage food safety protocols, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations at all times
• Support head chef with menu design, testing and implementation and undertake regular training as required

Skills and Experience we are looking for

• Experience working in a professional kitchen environment with a strong background in food preparation and cooking techniques (essential)
• Prior experience as a pizza chef (desirable)
• Strong understanding of food safety standards and regulations
• Good communication skills and excellent team spirit with a customer-focused attitude
• Able to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays

What we offer

£13.50 per hour plus share of tips, holiday pay, access to staff pension, meals on shift, employee discounts and regular training.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV and cover letter to [email protected]

The recruitment process will involve an interview and then potentially a practical session in the kitchen for you to get familiar with the restaurant.

We are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace as well as following a fair recruitment process. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 30.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount

Experience:

• Kitchen: 2 years (required)
• Pizza: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person