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Sous Chef – Michelin Star Restaurant

Reports to: Head Chef

Hours: Wednesday – Saturdays approximately 40hrs per week

Salary: From £36,000.00 – 40,000 per year + paid overtime + tips

Holiday Entitlement: 28 days per annum inclusive of annual closures (based on a 4-day working week)

Location: Pentonbridge Inn, Penton, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 5QB

We are currently recruiting for a Sous Chef to join our 1 Michelin star, 3AA Rosette Restaurant. We operate a 4-day working week from Wednesday to Saturday understanding the need for a good work/life balance. We also offer a comprehensive private healthcare scheme for all our employees.

We are looking for a strong Sous Chef to work closely with our Head chef to oversee the running of the kitchen and our team of 5, ensuring our high standards are consistently met and the menu evolves and develops throughout the year in line with the seasons and produce from our walled garden.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Overseeing the day to day running of the kitchen alongside the Head Chef
Assisting the Head Chef in menu development and implementation of new dishes, bringing fresh ideas and methods to the table
Manage the relationship with the garden team to ensure ingredients are utilised and used efficiently throughout the seasons

Mentor and develop junior team members to ensure the company ethos is instilled within the team and continually drive excellence

Assume responsibilities of the Head Chef in their absence

EXPERIENCE:

Previous Sous Chef experience working within a Michelin starred/3 AA Rosette establishment
Passion for working with quality seasonal ingredients
Understanding of growing methods and seasonality
Previous experience managing the day-to-day running of a fine dining kitchen
Ability to work across all sections in the kitchen

Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to careers@pentonbridgeinn.co.uk