<h2><strong>Sous Chef - Permanent Opportunity</strong></h2><p>Location: Staffordshire</p><p>Salary: £35,512.26 per annum</p><p>Job Type: Full Time, Permanent</p><p>Blue Arrow are recruiting for a skilled and motivated <strong>Sous Chef</strong> to join a high-quality hospitality operation in Staffordshire. This is an excellent permanent opportunity for a passionate chef to take on a key leadership role within a premium, fast-paced kitchen environment focused on fresh, seasonal food.</p><hr /><h3><strong>Working Hours &amp; Pattern</strong></h3><ul><li>45 hours per week <a style="color: #464feb;" href="https://harri.com/Hoar-Cross-Hall---Kitchen/job/2707351-head-chef" target="_blank">[Head Chef...Harri Jobs]</a></li><li>5 days out of 7 <a style="color: #464feb;" href="https://harri.com/Hoar-Cross-Hall---Kitchen/job/2707351-head-chef" target="_blank">[Head Chef...Harri Jobs]</a></li><li>Includes evenings, weekends, and bank holidays</li><li>Flexibility required to meet business needs</li></ul><hr /><h3><strong>The Role</strong></h3><p>As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards across food preparation, presentation, and service. You will be hands-on, leading by example and helping to drive performance within the team.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Supporting the Head Chef with full kitchen operations</li><li>Supervising and motivating the kitchen brigade during service</li><li>Preparing and delivering high-quality dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients</li><li>Assisting with menu development and innovation</li><li>Maintaining food safety, hygiene, and health &amp; safety standards (HACCP &amp; COSHH)</li><li>Supporting stock management, ordering, and cost control</li><li>Ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation across all dishes</li><li>Stepping up to lead the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef</li><li>Contributing to a positive, high-performing team culture</li></ul><hr /><h3><strong>About You</strong></h3><p>We are looking for a confident Sous Chef with:</p><ul><li>A minimum of <strong>3-5 years' experience</strong> in a professional kitchen</li><li>Experience at Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous level</li><li>Background in fresh food, high-volume environments</li><li>Strong leadership and team development skills</li><li>Good understanding of kitchen financials and cost control</li><li>Ability to remain calm under pressure in busy services</li><li>Excellent organisation and attention to detail</li><li>Food Safety Level 2 or above</li></ul><hr /><h3><strong>What's on Offer</strong></h3><ul><li>Permanent, secure role</li><li>Salary of £35,512.26 per annum</li><li>Opportunity to work in a premium hospitality environment</li><li>Career progression and development opportunities</li><li>Supportive and structured kitchen team</li><li>Ongoing support from Blue Arrow</li></ul><hr /><h3><strong>About Blue Arrow</strong></h3><p>Blue Arrow is a leading UK recruitment specialist, connecting talented hospitality professionals with top employers across the UK.</p><p> </p><p>If you are interested, please apply below with an updated CV.</p><p>Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.</p>

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