At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the kitchen team and create delicious seasonal menus.
- Company: Join the iconic Hand and Spear gastro pub with a rich history.
- Benefits: Enjoy free meals, discounts, and a solid pension scheme.
- Other info: Access to training, masterclasses, and career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a fun team and showcase your culinary creativity.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Sous Chef or Senior CDP with leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 33000 - 35000 £ per year.
The Hand and Spear is an iconic landmark with a fascinating history behind it. Located next to the train station in Weybridge, we have a beautiful boutique hotel, several rooms for both dining and special events, and a large bar with several areas outside, both covered and uncovered. We are a British gastro pub offering fresh seasonal food, real ales, premium wines, and lovely cocktails. We are looking for great people to join our fun and friendly team.
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 a natural leader with a passion and flair 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
Thanks for your interest in working with Young's. If you would like to be part of our team, apply now!
Sous Chef in Weybridge employer: Hand and Spear
Hand and Spear in Weybridge is an excellent employer that prioritises exceptional service and quality in a vibrant gastro pub environment. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have the opportunity to grow within a dynamic management team while enjoying benefits such as discounts, free meals, and a company pension scheme. Our supportive work culture fosters a genuine passion for hospitality, making it a rewarding place to build your career.
