Sous Chef

Sous Chef

The Wollaton Pub & Kitchen
Lambourne Drive, Wollaton, Nottingham NG8 1GR thewollaton.co.uk+1

The Wollaton Pub & Kitchen is a friendly, high-quality gastropub combining home-from-home atmosphere with a good dining experience.
We serve breakfast, lunch, brunch, la carte dinner and hearty Sunday lunches.

As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef to deliver high-quality, flavourful dishes and maintain the smooth operation of our kitchen. Youll be second-in-command, managing the kitchen during service, supervising the team, and contributing to menu development.

• Oversee kitchen operations alongside the Head Chef, ensuring high standards of food preparation, presentation and hygiene.

• Lead the kitchen during service: coordinate lines, ensure timing, quality and consistency.

• Supervise, train and motivate kitchen brigade (chefs de partie, commis, pantry, etc.).

• Assist in menu planning, costing, ordering and stock control.

• Maintain and monitor food safety, cleanliness, and HACCP compliance.

• Contribute to seasonal menu updates and daily specials that reflect our ethos of quality and seasonal produce.

• Cover the Head Chef as required (e.g., holidays, absence).

• Maintain budgetary discipline, minimize waste and optimize efficiency.

• Proven experience in a Sous Chef or similar role within a busy kitchen (ideally pub/restaurant/gastropub).

• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate a team.

• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen operations.

• Creativity and passion for quality cuisine, seasonal produce and excellent presentation.

• Ability to work under pressure, multi-task and maintain high standards in a fast-paced environment.

• Flexible approach to work, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

• Good organisational and time-management skills.

• Competitive salary (to be discussed based on experience).

• Staff meals.

• Training and development opportunities.

• Friendly, supportive work environment in a busy, well-regarded gastropub.

• Opportunity to contribute to menu development and grow within the business.

Please send your CV to the The Wollaton team at:
Alternatively call 0115 928 8610 to Enquire about a trial shift.