Sous Chef - Burford Join Our Team as a Sous Chef The Prince Of Burford is a newly refurbished pub and hotel converted from an 18th-century coaching inn, located in beautiful Burford on the north-eastern edge of the Cotswolds. We have 16 stunning en-suite rooms with dog-friendly and family-friendly options available, offering the ideal base for exploring the Cotswolds AONB, the Oxfordshire countryside and historic Oxford. On the menu, our focus is locally sourced seasonal dishes and exciting takes on pub classics, with a cracking selection of award-winning Butcombe beer, cocktails and wines behind the bar. What you'll be doing: Supporting the Head Chef in producing high-quality food in line with company food brief. Assuming full responsibility for kitchen operations during the absence of the Head Chef, managing duties such as rota management, food safety protocols, and cleaning schedules. Ensuring the food service meets and enhances customer expectations, embodying our company values: Set the Bar High, From the Heart, Raise the Spirits, and Make us the Talk of the Town. Assisting in maintaining gross profit margins through menu planning, stock control, portion management, and menu pricing. Ensuring compliance with health & safety, food safety, and fire safety regulations within the kitchen. Assisting in ongoing training and development of kitchen team members. What's in it for you? Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options, with the possibility to work 3-4 days a week. Liberation Life: Earn cash-back and save on holidays, groceries, gifts, and more. Diverse Opportunities: Experience various kitchens and menus with autonomy over specials and events. Training & Development: Benefit from industry-leading training and our 'Pillars of Progression' program. Quality Ingredients: Work with the best locally sourced produce. Team Buzz: Participate in team parties, events, and enjoy great rewards, including 50% off food on shift and 30% OFF all food, drink & accommodation, all day everyday, when you use your team discount in one of our managed Pubs & Inns. Mental Health Support: We offer support through the Burnt Chef Project and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program. About Us: At Butcombe, we are driven by a passion for food, drink, and service excellence. We take pride in our accolades, for three years running we've won the highly prestigious Publican Award for Best Food Offer and in 2022 and 2024 we won the Best Managed Pub Co. Investing in our people is central to our strategy, offering training opportunities and employee benefits across our pubs and bars. If you're enthusiastic about joining a dynamic team committed to culinary excellence and customer satisfaction, we invite you to apply and be part of our team