Sous Chef - Tetbury, Gloucestershire

Location: Tetbury, Gloucestershire Heart of the Cotswolds Salary:£26,000 £33,000 per annum + monthly tips Hours: 3045 hours per week | 5-day working rota | Flexible working shifts Operation: Open 7 days a week (MondaySunday) Accommodation: Housing/support with accommodation options available when on shiftsPermanent Position About the Venue We are representing a thriving, well-established pub with rooms in Tetbury, Gloucestershire. This well-established pub is proud to offer great food, great rooms, and a great pub experience in the heart of the Cotswolds. Their focus on quality, community, and hospitality has helped them build a strong reputation, and they are looking for a Sous Chef who shares their passion for excellence and locally sourced, seasonal cooking.The Role We are seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in leading a busy, fresh-food kitchen. You will play a key role in maintaining high culinary standards, driving consistency, and contributing to menu development using seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to be part of a growing, reputable establishment. Key Responsibilities Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen Ensure consistent preparation and presentation of all dishesMaintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness Lead and motivate the kitchen team during service Assist with menu development using seasonal and local produce Manage stock control, ordering, and waste reduction Ensure smooth service across lunch, dinner, and events Train, support and mentorjunior kitchen staffWork closely with front-of-house to deliver a seamless guest experience Requirements Minimum 2 years experience in a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or Chef de Partie role Strong experience working with fresh, seasonal ingredients Confident, hands-on approach in a busy kitchen environmentPastry knowledge is a strong advantage (but not essential) Excellent leadership and communication skills Ability to maintain high standards under pressure Passion for locally sourced food and modern British cuisine Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance What We Offer Competitive salary of£26k£33k depending on experienceMonthly tips Opportunity for accommodation support if required Weekly rota that offers a great work/life balance Supportive and friendly team environment Opportunity to work in a highly regarded Cotswolds destination venue Career progression within a growing business Creative input into menus and seasonal dishesStable, permanent role with a well-established reputation Staff discount on food own brewery labelled products Staff discount on hotel room accommodation About Us Set in the heart of the local community and attracting visitors from across theUK and beyond, they are proud of their fantastic team and the strong reputation they have built for their food, rooms, warm welcome, and genuine hospitality.TPBN1_UKTJ