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Location: St Ippolyts, near Hitchin
Salary: £32,500 per annum, with OTE of up to £40,000 including Bonus & Tronc
Accommodation: Live-in available
Are you a passionate and organised chef looking to work with fresh, local ingredients in a stunning countryside setting? Were on the lookout for a Sous Chef to join our friendly, hardworking kitchen team at our beautiful country pub in St Ippolyts, just outside Hitchin.
Why Join Us?- Seasonal, Fresh Food We champion local ingredients, including rare breed pork reared on our own pub land, ensuring quality, provenance, and creativity on every plate.
- Exciting Kitchen Culture Work alongside an experienced Head Chef in a positive, fun, and supportive environment where your ideas are valued.
- Room to Grow This role is perfect for an ambitious chef looking to develop their skills, contribute to menu ideas, and take the next step in their career.
- Live-in Available We offer accommodation for the right candidate, but youll need to be able to reliably commute to St Ippolyts if not living in.
- Supporting the Head Chef with the smooth running of the kitchen
- Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness are always a top priority
- Maintaining quality and consistency in every dish
- Helping to lead and motivate the team, fostering a positive and fun workplace
- Working with seasonal menus that highlight local produce
- Contributing ideas and getting creative with new dishes
- A passionate and organised chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen
- Experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready to step up
- A commitment to food safety, hygiene, and high standards
- A team player with great leadership skills
- Someone who values local produce and sustainability
- Reliable transport to St Ippolyts (if not using live-in accommodation)
