Sous Chef

Sous Chef - Lifestyle‑Led Hospitality Opportunity with Accommodation Available in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park
Elevated Pub Classics

£16.50ph + c.£5,000 TRONC
45 Hours PW
OTE £43,290

Accommodation available (c£50 per week)

A chance to step into a senior kitchen role in a high‑volume, well‑run family operation offering strong work‑life balance, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to help shape standards and people.

A fast‑paced, quality‑led kitchen serving a varied and loyal audience. Ideal for a strong CDP ready to step up or an experienced Sous Chef seeking a lifestyle‑driven move.

This is a professionally structured fresh-food kitchen led by a settled Head Chef and family owners, operating to consistent standards with a clear focus on training, food quality, and calm, organised service.

The operation is busy and seasonal, with strong volumes split across lunch and dinner services.

The role offers more than service delivery alone. You'll be trusted with real responsibility, encouraged to contribute creatively, and supported to grow your leadership skills while enjoying a genuinely appealing lifestyle.

Why This Role Is Different
Strong lifestyle appeal paired with a professionally run kitchen
Hands‑on involvement in menu development, GPs, SOPs, and standards
A Head Chef who actively invests in training and developing junior talent
Seasonal exposure with high‑volume services and clear structure Remuneration: £16.50ph + c.£5,000 TRONC
Accommodation: Room available (c£50 per week)
Benefits: Evening meal on duty, bar discounts, friends and family discounts on rooms

The Role
Support the leadership and day‑to‑day running of a busy pub kitchen
Focus on fresh ingredients and making, wherever possible, everything in-house
Maintain consistency, structure, and standards across all services
Contribute to menu planning and oversee service on Head Chef days off
Train, mentor, and support junior chefs within the brigade
Uphold health, safety, and operational best practice About You
Positive, dependable, and standards‑driven
Confident in high‑volume service and calm under pressure
Motivated by training, leadership, and being part of a close‑knit team
Ready to embrace responsibility and a rewarding change of pace Flexible Workforce Solutions are acting as the recruiter for this role and not the direct employer. There are no Visa Sponsorship opportunities for this role and you will need to demonstrate your Right to Work in the UK

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