Senior Sous Chef

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Senior Sous Chef - £40,000+ package (48 hours) - Fresh food pub with real progression

Step up your career in a quality-driven pub kitchen with great perks

We're recruiting for a Senior Sous Chef in Maidstone, offering the chance to join a well-regarded, freshly renovated pub known for its seasonal menus and high-quality produce. Working a 48-hour week, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop within a busy, food-led environment where the kitchen team is passionate about delivering standout dishes.

Why apply / What's in it for you?

You'll earn £35,000 + tronc (£40,000+ package) based on a 48-hour contract
You'll enjoy structured internal training and development plans
You'll get your birthday off, plus a treat from the team
You'll receive 50% off food when dining with friends and family
You'll benefit from 25% off bedrooms for personal stays
You'll enjoy 60% off the menu while on shift
You'll have access to exclusive discounts on selected products and experiences
You'll be invited to staff reward events and recognition trips
You'll benefit from referral bonuses and long service rewards
You'll be enrolled in a company pension scheme

Key Responsibilities:

As a Senior Sous Chef in Maidstone, you'll take a leading role in this fast-paced pub kitchen:

Support the Head Chef in leading daily kitchen operations
Take charge of service in their absence, ensuring consistency and high standards
Contribute to seasonal menu creation using fresh, local produce
Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation
Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards
Support stock control, ordering, and cost management
Train, mentor, and motivate junior chefs
Work closely with front of house to deliver a seamless guest experience

What we're looking for:

To succeed in this Senior Sous Chef role, you'll need:

Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous ready to step up
A passion for seasonal cooking and local ingredients
Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire a team
Solid understanding of food safety and kitchen best practices
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
A positive attitude with great communication skills
Flexibility to adapt to changing menus and service demands

If you're looking for your next step as a Senior Sous Chef in Maidstone, this is a brilliant opportunity to join a quality-driven pub and build your future. xrlawcv Apply now.

Job Number │ INDCHEFS | 935580

Location │ Maidstone
Role │ Senior Sous Chef

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Location:: Maidstone
Salary:: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum
Job Type:: PartTime
Category:: Catering And Hospitality

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