Junior Sous Chef – The Hare and Hounds, Speen
Are you an ambitious chef ready to take the next step in your career, supporting a talented brigade and working with fresh, seasonal ingredients?
At The Hare and Hounds in Speen, we’re looking for a passionate, driven Junior Sous Chef to help deliver exceptional food in our busy, much‑loved village pub.
As Junior Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with our Sous and Head Chef, take responsibility for sections during service, and help guide junior members of the team — all while continuing to develop your skills in a supportive, creative kitchen environment.
Why Join The Hare and Hounds?
We’re a vibrant country pub with a reputation for warm hospitality, quality food, and a welcoming atmosphere. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:
- 50% off food and soft drinks across our pubs and inns
- Free staff meals on shift
- Long‑service rewards, including enhanced holiday options and private healthcare access
- Discounted stays across our collection of boutique countryside properties
- Private hire discounts for your own celebrations
- Wellbeing support, including financial, legal, and mental‑health guidance
- Retail discounts with popular high‑street brands
- Culinary training and apprenticeships, offering a clear path to progressing into a Sous Chef role
- Team socials and enrichment days to build strong, supportive teams
What You Bring
We’re looking for a chef with both skill and ambition — someone eager to learn, lead, and grow.
- Experience as a strong CDP or existing Junior Sous Chef
- Passion for seasonal cooking and working with quality ingredients
- Confidence running a section during busy services
- Leadership skills and the ability to support junior chefs
- Strong organisation and efficiency in prep and service
- A collaborative, positive approach to teamwork
- Commitment to consistency in taste, presentation, and food safety
What You’ll Do
As Junior Sous Chef at The Hare and Hounds, you’ll play a key role in delivering quality and consistency:
- Run sections confidently, leading prep and service with precision
- Support senior chefs and help oversee the brigade during busy services
- Maintain high prep standards and ensure your section is service‑ready
- Assist with stock management, ordering, rotation, and waste reduction
- Uphold excellent hygiene and safety standards
- Train and support junior team members, helping them grow in confidence and skill
- Contribute ideas for specials and menu development
If you’re ready to grow your career in a supportive, creative kitchen, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and become a key member of the kitchen team at The Hare and Hounds — where great food, great people, and great experiences come together.
We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Everyone is welcome.
Junior Sous Chef in Newbury employer: Linwood Collection
At Wild Thyme & Honey, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work in a stunning countryside setting while honing your culinary skills. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package, including mental health support, apprenticeship programmes, and generous discounts across our properties. Join us to be part of a passionate team that values creativity, collaboration, and the celebration of local produce, all within a beautifully restored historic venue.
