Sous Chef - Kitchen Lead (Monday to Friday)
On-site role
Salary: £35,000
40 hours per week | Daytime hours only
The Role:
We're looking for a confident Sous Chef to take the lead in a well-established, professional kitchen environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to run a small, organised kitchen with a loyal and experienced team.
You'll be responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations, delivering a consistent breakfast and lunch service, and maintaining high standards across food quality, hygiene, and organisation.
What You'll Be Doing:
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Running the day-to-day kitchen operation
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Preparing and serving breakfast and lunch
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Delivering a simple, structured lunch offer (3 choices daily - meat, vegetarian, and a daily special)
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Cooking for approximately 50-60 covers per day
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Managing and supporting a small team including a Kitchen Porter and front of house support
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Working closely with the on-site manager to ensure smooth service
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Maintaining food safety, cleanliness, and stock control
The Offer:
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Monday to Friday working pattern
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Working hours between 6:30am - 3:00pm or 7:00am - 3:30pm
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40-hour working week
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Rare overtime requirements
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Stable and supportive team (most staff have been on-site 3-7 years)
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A calm, structured kitchen environment with a focus on quality over volume
About You:
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Experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up
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Confident running a kitchen independently
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Organised, reliable, and consistent in delivery
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Comfortable working in a smaller, steady-paced environment
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Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen management
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Sous Chef in Royston employer: Mint People
At Mint People, we pride ourselves on being a premier employer in the luxury hospitality sector, offering our Housekeepers the chance to work in some of the UK's most prestigious 5-star hotels. With competitive pay rates, flexible working opportunities, and a strong focus on career development, we ensure that our team members thrive in an environment where excellence is celebrated. Join us to elevate your career while contributing to unforgettable guest experiences in a supportive and dynamic work culture.
