Sous Chef - West Kirby, Wirral
hace 16 días
Wirral
Here at MCG Recruitment, we're partnering with a thriving, food-led busy gastro pub that's passionate about exceptional hospitality and fresh, seasonal cooking. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Sous Chef to join a busy kitchen where creativity is encouraged, quality is non-negotiable, and every dish is made from scratch. If you're looking for a role where your ideas matter, your career can develop, and you'll finally enjoy Christmas Day off every year, we'd love to hear from you. The Opportunity Working alongside an experienced Head Chef, you'll play a key role in leading the kitchen team, maintaining consistently high standards, and delivering exceptional food during busy service. You'll have the opportunity to: Create and develop seasonal dishes using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. Contribute fresh ideas to regularly changing menus. Lead, motivate and mentor junior chefs, helping them develop their skills. Ensure smooth kitchen operations during high-volume service. Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation. Uphold the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment while taking pride in producing outstanding fresh food. About You We're looking for someone who brings both passion and leadership to the kitchen. You'll ideally have: Previous experience as a Sous Chef or an ambitious Junior Sous Chef ready to take the next step. A background in fresh food, scratch cooking and high-volume service. A passion for seasonal ingredients and menu innovation. Excellent organisational and communication skills. The ability to inspire, coach and develop a successful kitchen team. A calm approach under pressure and a genuine passion for hospitality. What's in It for You? You'll be joining a company that genuinely invests in its people and offers one of the strongest benefits packages in hospitality. You'll receive: Highly competitive salary. Generous tips. Regular salary and career progression reviews. Flexible working patterns. Guaranteed Christmas Day off every year. Enhanced parental leave. Company sick pay (subject to qualifying service). Employee Assistance Programme. Up to 50% discount on food and accommodation across the group. Referral bonuses of up to £1,500. Long-service awards and recognition. Company celebrations and social events. Ongoing training and genuine career development opportunities. Apply Today If you're ready to join a kitchen where fresh food, teamwork and creativity are at the heart of everything they do, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV or contact MCG Recruitment for a confidential conversation about the opportunity. #MCG1 TPBN1_UKCT