Sous Chef

The Greyhound in Cromford is reopening following a major refurbishment, and we are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our opening kitchen team.

The Greyhound is a historic Derbyshire pub with nine boutique bedrooms, a newly refurbished bar and restaurant, and a strong focus on high-quality British food using local and seasonal produce wherever possible.

Our menu will combine well-executed pub classics, seasonal dishes, Sunday roasts and carefully chosen specials, with a focus on quality, consistency and good ingredients.

The Role

As Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef and act as their number two in the kitchen.

You will help ensure the kitchen runs smoothly, standards remain high and the team is well organised throughout preparation and service.

Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Running kitchen services when the Head Chef is not present
• Maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation
• Helping organise daily preparation and kitchen sections
• Supervising and supporting junior chefs and kitchen porters
• Assisting with ordering, stock control and waste management
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and allergen standards
• Ensuring dishes are prepared consistently and to specification
• Helping with seasonal specials and menu development
• Supporting the training and development of junior kitchen staff
• Helping maintain a calm, organised and professional kitchen environment

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous Sous Chef experience, or is a strong Chef de Partie ready to progress
• Has experience working with fresh food
• Is confident running a busy service
• Is organised, reliable and calm under pressure
• Takes pride in quality and consistency
• Is comfortable supervising junior chefs
• Understands food hygiene, allergens and kitchen procedures
• Enjoys working with British and seasonal ingredients
• Has a positive attitude and works well as part of a small team

We are particularly interested in someone who wants to become an important part of the kitchen rather than simply move from job to job.

What We Offer

• £33,000–£35,000 salary depending on experience
• Approximately 45 hours per week
• 5 days out of 7
• Two days off per week wherever possible
• Newly refurbished kitchen and venue
• Opportunity to join the Greyhound from its reopening
• Genuine responsibility and involvement in the development of the kitchen
• Staff meals while working
• Opportunity to progress as the business grows

Pay: £32,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person