About the Role
The Knowle Country House Limited is looking for a passionate and motivated Sous Chef to join its catering team at Knowle Country House, School Lane, Higham, Rochester, Kent, ME3 7HP. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support the day-to-day running of the kitchen, taking pride in producing high-quality food and leading by example. This contract role is for 35 hours a week, working five days out of seven with no fixed hours, so availability for daytimes, evenings and weekends is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Head Chef with the daily organisation and running of the kitchen.
- Prepare, cook and present food to consistently high standards.
- Lead by example and help colleagues deliver an organised, efficient service.
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene, kitchen cleanliness and safe working practices.
- Support stock management and careful use of ingredients to minimise waste.
What You'll Need
- Professional kitchen experience and the skills to support the Head Chef in a sous chef role.
- A passion for high-quality food and attention to detail in preparation and presentation.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to lead by example.
- A sound understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements.
- The ability to stay organised and work effectively during busy service periods.
- Flexibility to work five days out of seven, including daytimes, evenings and weekends.
What's on Offer
- A salary of £35,306.
- A 35-hour working week on a five-days-out-of-seven contract, with variable hours.
- The opportunity to support the Head Chef and contribute to the catering operation at Knowle Country House.
How to Apply
Apply through this listing, highlighting your relevant kitchen experience and what you would bring to the Sous Chef role.