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  • Full Time
  • Coggeshall
  • 26750.00 GBP / Year

Ready to take your culinary skills to the next level? We’re on the hunt for a talented Sous Chef to be a crucial member in our busy and top rated tea room based in Markshall, Coggeshall, Essex.

Featuring day time hours with just 1 or 2 evenings a month, the right sous chef will be working along side our head chef to create breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea.

Our tea room gets very busy and replies on a quick turnaround, so you would need to be someone who can work under pressure while still delivering quality.

Collaborating closely with the Head Chef, you’ll contribute to the seamless operation of the kitchen, lending your creative touch to evening menus and specials, and even stepping into leadership in their absence.

What’s in it for you?

  • Daytime hours with only 1–2 evenings per month, giving you evenings to yourself.
  • Full-time role with one weekend day required per week.
  • Tips shared across the whole team, boosting your hourly rate by an average of £2.10–£2.80.
  • Creative freedom to develop specials and introduce new dishes.
  • Paid lunch breaks, including a complimentary meal and drinks.
  • Opportunities for growth and development as the business expands into pop-up evening events.
  • Training and courses provided as needed to enhance your skills.
  • Be part of a well-run, family-owned business where your input truly matters.
  • Enjoy a paid trial shift after a successful interview to showcase your skills in action.

Your role as Sous Chef

As a key player in our kitchen, you’ll work alongside our Head Chef to craft delicious breakfasts, lunches, and afternoon teas for our loyal customers. Our tea room is busy and fast-paced, so you’ll need to handle pressure while maintaining exceptional standards.

  • Collaborate closely with the Head Chef to ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen.
  • Lend your creative flair to specials and pop-up evening menus.
  • Step into a leadership role when the Head Chef is unavailable.

What we’re looking for

  • At least 2 years of kitchen experience.
  • Weekend availability and flexibility to work 8-hour and 10-hour shifts, 5 days per week.
  • A great level of cleanliness and hygiene.
  • The ability to lead a team and work collaboratively.
  • Due to our remote location, owning a car is likely necessary.

If you’re enthusiastic, skilled, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your application today. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an informal interview, followed by a compensated trial shift to showcase your talent.

All our positions require candidates to be available for at least one weekend day shift a week.
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