At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the kitchen team and create delicious, seasonal menus.
- Company: Join a beloved local pub with a vibrant atmosphere.
- Benefits: Free meals, discounts, training opportunities, and 28 days holiday.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and creativity.
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team and make a real impact on guests' experiences.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Sous Chef or Senior CDP with leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
A long-time favourite with Kew residents and visitors, the Coach & Horses is a modernised old Georgian coaching inn. Our traditional twist is a nod to our neighbours at Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Our popular bar and dining setup with emphasis on local and quality seasonal produce is the place to be, our reputation for food and service is second to none in our area. The reason for this is our Team, our people are the cornerstone of our business, working together they make the guest's experience here truly special. As a team, they work hard, play hard and enjoy a great sense of belonging where unique values become shared values.
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.
- As the successful Sous Chef you will 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 employer: Coach and Horses, Kew
At Coach & Horses, Kew, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that fosters a vibrant and supportive work culture. Our Kitchen Assistants benefit from 28 days of holiday, hands-on training, and clear pathways for career advancement within the hospitality industry, all while working in a beautiful location near the Royal Botanic Gardens. Join our dedicated team and enjoy the unique advantages of working in a modernised Georgian inn that values teamwork and personal growth.
