Sous Chef
Company: Northumberland Arms LTD
Location: Rothbury
Posted: May 19th, 2026
Looking for a Sous Chef for a food led pub.
In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents.
The ideal candidate must lead the kitchen operation, combining high-quality a la carte with pub classics, menu development, and strict financial controls along side the head chef.
Job Responsibilities Menu Development & Creativity
Kitchen Leadership: Leading, motivating, and training the kitchen team
Quality Control
Financial Control: Managing food costs (GP), controlling wastage, and stock management.
Compliance: Ensuring adherence to food safety, hygiene regulations (EHO 5-star standard), and health & safety standards.
Ordering: Liaising with suppliers to order ingredients.
Hands-on role, often working 48 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
Key Requirements
Experience: Proven experience as a strong Sous Chef, typically within a high-volume fresh-food kitchen.
Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills. xwzovoh
Administrative Ability: Ability to manage rotas, food costs, and compliance systems
Salary & Benefits Salary: Up to £40,000
Benefits: Bonus schemes based on GP and sales,28 days holiday, and 50% discounts on food and rooms.
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