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Front of House Operations Director Uphouse Pubs
Are you ready to take the next big step in your culinary career? The Antrobus Arms, part of the Uphouse Pubs family, is searching for a Sous Chef to join our passionate team. With a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a commitment to excellence, we’re a family-run pub with a growing reputation for outstanding food and warm hospitality.
If you’re a talented chef who thrives in a dynamic kitchen and wants to play a key role in shaping menus, mentoring team members, and delighting guests, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Why Join the Antrobus Arms?
At Uphouse Pubs, we believe that great food starts with a great team. Here’s what you can expect when you become part of ours:
* Competitive Salary: Starting at £14 per hour, plus tips and additional benefits.
* Gratuities: Your hard work is appreciated and rewarded.
* Work-Life Balance: 4-5 day working weeks (45 hours per week), Christmas Day off, additional birthday holiday, and flexible scheduling.
* Perks & Benefits: Complimentary meals on shift, uniform provided, on-site parking, and discounts on food.
* Room to Grow: Contribute your creativity to our menus, influence suppliers, and take on a leadership role in our kitchen brigade.
What We’re Looking For
* Experience: Minimum of 4 years in a professional kitchen and at least 1 year as a Sous Chef.
* Qualifications: Professional cookery training and Level 2 Food Safety certification.
* Passion: A love for fresh, creative cooking and a drive to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
* Leadership: Confidence in mentoring junior chefs and managing a busy kitchen.
Your Responsibilities
As Sous Chef, you’ll be an integral part of our team, working closely with our Group Executive Chef to:
* Lead and inspire our kitchen brigade.
* Contribute innovative ideas to menus and specials.
* Manage ordering, purchasing, and stock control.
* Ensure a safe, efficient, and harmonious working environment.
* Collaborate with Front of House colleagues to maintain our high standards of service.
* Recruit, train, and develop junior team members.
Schedule & Location
* Flexible shifts, including 8–10 hour options, weekdays, and weekends.
* Conveniently located just off J10 of the M56, near Northwich CW9 6JD—reliable commuting or relocation required.
Be Part of Something Special
2024 Cheshire Life & Taste Cheshire Best Pub Finalists- The Antrobus Arms is more than just a pub; it’s a place where creativity, passion, and teamwork come together to create memorable dining experiences for our guests. If you’re ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm to a supportive, family-run environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and let’s create something extraordinary together!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £14.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 45 per week
Additional pay:
* Tips
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Flexitime
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Northwich CW9 6JD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
* Hospitality
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