Job Description
Sous Chef – High-Quality Gastro Pub – Chelmsford
Salary: £45,000 + overtime for extra shifts
We are working with a standout gastro pub in Chelmsford, known for its refined yet approachable food and a Michelin Bib Gourmand. This is a kitchen that takes pride in quality while keeping the feel of a proper, busy pub.
The site runs strong weekend trade, regularly exceeding 200 covers, alongside a more relaxed and intimate service during the week.
This is a Sous Chef role for someone who wants real responsibility in the kitchen. You will run the pass, lead the team through service, and keep standards high across every shift.
Key responsibilities:
• Run day-to-day kitchen operations
• Lead service from the pass
• Manage, organise, and support the brigade
• Work with the Head Chef and Executive Chef on menu development
• Maintain consistency across high-volume and plated service
• Control prep, stock, and kitchen organisation