At Honeycomb House we make it our mission to ensure the company we keep in our kitchens is composed of fun-loving, enthusiastic and passionate people who take pride in the flavour filled food they produce and keeping the condition of their domain to the highest of standards.
You will have high standards of cleanliness and have the ability to work efficiently and independently – even under pressure. If you think you can handle the heat then get into one of our kitchens and join our fantastic family of culinary creatives and can-do crew members.
We’re looking for a talented Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at one of our characterful houses. Our kitchens are known for delivering exceptional food, celebrating quality ingredients and creating memorable dining experiences that keep guests coming back.
As a Sous Chef, you'll play an important role in maintaining the high standards our guests have come to expect, bringing skill, creativity and attention to detail to every service. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in presentation and consistency, and enjoy leading a passionate team that shares a genuine love of hospitality.
If you're an ambitious chef looking to develop your craft in a supportive and professional kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.
Duties include:
- Assist the head chef in overseeing the kitchen operations and managing the team.
- Ensure food is prepared and presented in a timely manner to Honeycomb Houses food specs
- Monitor food quality and taste to maintain consistency
- Collaborate with the head chef to develop new menu items and specials
- Train and mentor junior kitchen staff
- Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines
About Us
Honeycomb Houses is a collection of individually styled pubs with rooms across the Cotswolds and Thames Valley, each with its own character, charm and welcoming atmosphere.
Rooted in warm hospitality, we create places where guests can eat, drink, stay and celebrate, enjoying memorable experiences that feel relaxed, personal and genuinely homely.
Backed by our family-owned parent company, Brakspear, our approach is simple: we treat colleagues like family, guests as friends and our houses as homes.
The Bull is a characterful pub with rooms at the heart of Henley-on-Thames, combining stylish interiors, vibrant dining spaces and warm hospitality. Home to 12 beautifully designed bedrooms, it's a favourite with both locals and visitors, offering the perfect setting for relaxed drinks, memorable meals, special occasions and overnight escapes.
From the welcoming restaurant to the spacious covered courtyard, every space has been thoughtfully designed to create an atmosphere that feels both distinctive and inviting. Whether joining us for a leisurely lunch, a celebratory dinner or a stay in one of our boutique bedrooms, The Bull offers a true home-from-home in the centre of Henley.
The maximum salary for this position (depending upon experience) is £35,000 per annum, plus tronc which is approximately £3,500 per annum.
Employee Benefits:
- Great Tronc
- 50% off our boutique bedrooms and meals in our Honeycomb Houses
- Free Meals on duty
- Development programmes and progression opportunities including the Chef Academy.
- Access to our benefit portal, including 1000’s of discounts.
- Wellbeing hub and employee assistance program
- Company pension scheme
- Learning and development platform
- Monthly recognition and reward programmes
- Fantastic team parties and socials
- Flexible working opportunities
- Length of service recognition
- Most importantly, you will feel welcomed as part of the Honeycomb Houses family!
At Honeycomb Houses, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants.
Sous Chef - The Bull employer: Honeycomb Houses
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