At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Head Chef in leading a talented kitchen team and creating high-quality dishes.
- Company: Stylish bar and restaurant on the quay in Exeter with a welcoming atmosphere.
- Benefits: 30% off food and drink, 50% off overnight stays, and great training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and paid time off to volunteer.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real impact with locally sourced produce.
- Qualifications: Experience in a fast-paced kitchen and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 26865 - 32835 £ per year.
Nestled on the quay, the Samuel Jones is a stylish place to eat and drink in Exeter where contemporary and imaginative dishes are served with award-winning beers and a welcoming atmosphere. You’ll be working at a popular bar and restaurant that’s found on one of the city’s most pleasing stretches, with a wealth of enviable sights and destinations on the doorstep.
Are you a versatile Sous Chef with experience of working in a fast-paced environment? Join our talented kitchen team and you’ll be working alongside passionate people, with locally sourced produce, to provide high quality food that delights our guests. As Sous Chef, you will support your Head Chef in leading our talented kitchen team while ensuring the correct procedures are followed and specifications for each dish are precisely met. You will utilise the flexibility enabled by our menu writing processes, to help adapt our offer to meet the needs of our business and our guests.
What we offer:
- 30% off food and drink and 50% off overnight stays in our pubs
- £150 towards a stay in one of our pubs
- Discount scheme across hundreds of retailers
- Great training and opportunities to progress
- Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours (up to the value of £10)
- Family-friendly, flexible working
- Paid time off to volunteer
Our Chefs:
- Are well organised, adaptable, with a genuine interest in food
- Take pride in keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and safe
- Are key to keeping our kitchen running efficiently even at our busiest times
- Are confident users of stock management systems
We’d love you to join our family! Apply now or contact recruitment@staustellbrewery.co.uk for more information.
St Austell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.
Early applications are encouraged as we’ll review applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Please note that we politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. Speculative CVs from recruitment agencies won’t be accepted, nor the fees associated with them.
Sous Chef in Exeter employer: Samuel Jones, Exeter
At Samuel Jones, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture where passion for hospitality meets opportunity for growth. Located in the heart of Exeter, our team enjoys benefits such as live-in accommodation, generous discounts, and a commitment to flexible working, all while being part of a family that values high standards and a warm welcome for every guest. Join us to not only advance your career but also to be part of a community that celebrates teamwork and excellence in service.
