At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the kitchen team and create delicious menus that wow our guests.
- Company: Join The Carnarvon Arms, a vibrant pub and restaurant next to Highclere Castle.
- Benefits: Enjoy free meals, discounts, training, and a solid pension scheme.
- Other info: Access to development programmes and culinary masterclasses for skill enhancement.
- Why this job: Be part of a growing community and showcase your culinary creativity.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Sous Chef or Senior CDP with leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 28500 - 31200 £ per year.
The Carnarvon Arms is an up-and-coming Pub, Restaurant & Hotel. We strive for customer service and great quality food. Located next door to Highclere castle ensures that we are busy. We have a great community feel that will continue to grow.
What we offer our Sous Chefs:
- Access to our Sous Chef - Head Chef development Programme: the majority of our head chefs are internal appointments
- Autonomy to create your own menus and specials, alongside your Head Chef
- Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme - Gain a nationally recognised qualification
- Access to regular culinary masterclasses and training days to boost your skills
- Free meals
- 20% discount in all Young’s pubs and hotels
- Share save Scheme
- Company Pension Scheme
- 28 Days Holiday per year
What we look for in a Sous Chef:
- We are looking for an existing Sous Chef or Senior CDP looking for their next step, who considers themselves as a natural leader with a passion and flare for producing quality fresh food in an environment that makes people feel welcome.
- Have experience championing excellent service through quality food
- Demonstrate a passion for leading and developing a team
- Be an active hands-on Chef with excellent communication skills
- Be responsible and able to manage the kitchen staff rota, training and all health and safety effectively at all times
- Working alongside your Head Chef, you will be able to demonstrate your creativity and ability by helping to design and deliver new dishes for our menus and daily specials
- Demonstrate great planning and organisational skills, necessary to maintain effective controls with regard to both GP and labour
- Have a pro-active approach to driving sales and delivering growth, through engagement with both kitchen and front of house teams
Sous Chef (Live in available) in Newbury employer: Carnarvon Arms
The Carnarvon Arms is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture where creativity and leadership are celebrated. With opportunities for professional growth through our development programmes and culinary masterclasses, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values quality food and customer service. Located next to the historic Highclere Castle, you'll enjoy a bustling atmosphere while being part of a close-knit community dedicated to excellence.
